Kidston Elementary

About

Kidston Elementary is located at 12101 Linden Dr, Coldstream, BC V1B 2H3. The school’s mission is to “inspire and nurture students to thrive in their learning, relationships, and community,” and its vision is “to become a community where all are respected, and each person is encouraged to develop their potential.” Kidston describes its focus as “Growing Together...Caring, Capable, Citizens in a Changing World,” and acknowledges being 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: 250 542-5351

Email: csutch@sd22.bc.ca

Principal: Carrie Sutch

Programs and Services

Fine arts Kidston Elementary describes having a “very active fine arts program,” giving students opportunities to be involved in the school community. Athletics and extracurricular sports - Sports (for Grade 6 & 7 students) Outdoor/land-based learning and stewardship The school highlights the “Kidston Gardens project” and also includes an “Honouring The Land” focus. Library / Learning Commons Kidston Elementary lists a learning commons as one of the ways students can get involved in the school community. Career education (district program) SD22’s Career Education team supports students in building career skills and competencies and offers career support/resources, planning tools, and program offerings (notably described for secondary students).

School Culture and Expectations

Kidston Elementary emphasizes “Growing Together...Caring, Capable, Citizens in a Changing World.” The school’s stated vision highlights respect and encouraging each person to develop their potential, and its mission emphasizes student growth in learning, relationships, and community. The school also acknowledges and honours the ancestral, unceded territory of the syilx people.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

Kidston links families to School District 22 bus transportation information and provides Transportation Department contact details (250-549-9281; Transportation Department email). SD22 transportation requires students to be registered to ride; registered riders receive a bus pass that must be scanned on/off daily. The district notes bussing is designed for in-catchment students outside the 2.4 km walk limits (within budget) and that bussing is not guaranteed for out-of-catchment schools; courtesy rides may be accommodated if space allows. Families can also use the Traversa My Ride K-12 app/website for real-time bus information and scan notifications.

Enrollment

Kidston Elementary directs families to register (including Kindergarten) and submit transfer requests by appointment through an online form during the district’s posted registration window. The school provides a “Registration Appointment” link (Office form) and notes Grade 7 students moving to Kalamalka Secondary are transferred automatically (no separate registration needed).