Lavington Elementary

About

Lavington Elementary is located at 9715 School Rd, Vernon, BC V1B 3G4. The school describes itself as a “Caring and Compassionate Community of Learners.” Its mission is to “inspire and nurture students to thrive in their learning, relationships, and community,” and its vision emphasizes respect and encouraging each person to develop their potential. The school also acknowledges living, working, playing, and learning on the ancestral, unceded territory of the syilx people.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Vernon)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-7

Phone: 250 545-1710

Email: msutch@sd22.bc.ca

Principal: Mike Sutch

Programs and Services

**Bus transportation (district service)** Students who require transportation must complete a student school bus registration form and return it to the school office; additional bus information is provided through the district transportation resources. The district notes that registered riders receive a bus pass that must be scanned on and off daily, and families can use the Traversa My Ride K-12 app/website for real-time bus status and scan notifications. **Student safety planning (information/resources)** The school posts district safety-related information, including links to a Communicable Disease Plan and Safety Information.

School Culture and Expectations

Lavington Elementary frames its identity as a “Caring and Compassionate Community of Learners.” The school mission and vision emphasize student thriving (learning, relationships, and community), respect for all, and encouraging each person to develop their potential. The school also includes an Indigenous land acknowledgment recognizing the ancestral, unceded territory of the syilx people.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

Students who require bussing must complete a school bus registration form and return it to the school office; families can contact the Transportation Department (phone/email) for inquiries. District transportation information notes that students must be registered to ride and receive a bus pass that is scanned on/off daily. The district also offers the Traversa My Ride K-12 app/website for real-time route/bus information and scan notifications, and provides school bus safety and expected behaviour resources.