Dormick Park Elementary

About

Dormick Park Elementary is located at 32161 Dormick Avenue, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3J6. The school opened in 1977 and serves about 280 students in Kindergarten to Grade 5, and it also houses a “Just B4” preschool on site. The school describes itself as a busy, vibrant community with dedicated staff supporting student learning and growth, with high expectations that recognize the diversity and equality of all learners.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Abbotsford)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-5

Phone: 604 859-3712

Email: andrea.wildeman@abbyschools.ca

Principal: Andrea Wildeman

Programs and Services

Breakfast program Dormick Park offers a Breakfast Club for students, with breakfast served in the library. Student support / learning support The school provides a Learning Support Services page for families to find resources to enhance learning at home and to access additional supports.

School Culture and Expectations

Dormick Park emphasizes being KIND, SAFE, RESPECTFUL, and RESPONSIBLE. The school focuses on teaching one value at a time and reinforces positive behaviour using “Gotcha” tickets. Staff describe a caring school culture with high respect among staff, students, and parents, along with high expectations for student learning that recognize diversity and equality of all learners.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

For Morning Basketball, students are instructed to enter through the side gym hallway entrance, bring inside shoes, store personal bags in the hallway, and exit the same doors to line up with their class afterward.