Riverview Elementary

About

Riverview Elementary is part of Quesnel School District #28, located at 346 Hartley St, Quesnel, BC V2J 1W4. The school’s website highlights district information and updates for families, and notes that School District 28 rests on the traditional lands of the Lhtako Dene.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Quesnel)

Education language: French Immersion is available in Quesnel School District #28 from K–12, with entry into Early French Immersion typically in Kindergarten or Grade 1. In the elementary portion of the program, students receive instruction in all areas of the curriculum in French from Kindergarten through Grade 2, with English Language Arts added incrementally beginning in Grade 3.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-7

Phone: 250 992-5421

Email: annemummery@sd28.bc.ca

Principal: Tim Lofstrom

Education Languages

French Immersion is available in Quesnel School District #28 from K–12, with entry into Early French Immersion typically in Kindergarten or Grade 1. In the elementary portion of the program, students receive instruction in all areas of the curriculum in French from Kindergarten through Grade 2, with English Language Arts added incrementally beginning in Grade 3.

Programs and Services

Food programs (Breakfast Program) A Breakfast Program is offered as a partnership between Breakfast Clubs of Canada (BBC Canada) and School District 28. Early learning (StrongStart and Early Learning) The district lists Early Learning opportunities including StrongStart, Ready Set Learn, Kindergarten, and an Early Years activity calendar. StrongStart is described as a free program for parents/caregivers and their children from birth to five years old. Online learning Quesnel Online Learning (QOI) provides flexible programs for students in grades K–9 and courses for students in grades 10–12. Transportation (school buses) Families can register for school busing by submitting a School Bus Registration form to the school secretary or by emailing it to transportation@sd28.bc.ca. The district notes limited bus seats and that attendance is taken daily; families are also advised to arrive 5–10 minutes early for bus stops and to review cold-weather bus cancellation procedures and transportation policies.

School Culture and Expectations

The school website notes that School District 28 rests on the traditional lands of the Lhtako Dene.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

Bus schedules and routes are provided, and families are advised that bus stop times are approximate and to arrive 5–10 minutes early. To register for busing, families must complete the School Bus Registration form (submit to the school secretary or email transportation@sd28.bc.ca), and the district notes limited seats with daily attendance taken. The district also shares cold-weather bus operations guidance, including when buses will be cancelled and what happens during cancellations.