John Maclure Community School

About

John Maclure Community School is located at 2990 Oriole Cres, Abbotsford, BC V2T 4E1. The school describes itself as a K–5 school of approximately 370 students and encourages families to become active members of the John Maclure community. The site also includes a land acknowledgement recognizing the traditional and unceded territory of the Semá:th First Nation and Máthxwi First Nation.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Abbotsford)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-5

Phone: 604 853-6450

Email: johnmaclure@abbyschools.ca

Principal: Fay Christie

Programs and Services

Athletics and extracurricular sports Childcare (before/after school) Hand in Hand offers before- and after-school care; families are directed to register via the Hand in Hand website or by phone. Early learning (0–5) StrongStart BC is a free drop-in early learning program for children ages 0–5 with a parent/caregiver, led by a qualified early childhood educator. Preschool Little Hands Preschool is offered for preschool-aged children and is described as supporting kindergarten preparation. Community partnership The Abby Community School Society supports community-building and provides a community board (parents, staff, and agency representatives) that helps identify local needs and supports decision-making. Outdoor education (Grade 5) Grade 5 classes attend a year-end camp at Camp Squeah focused on cooperation, planning, social behaviour, and outdoor education. Student support / learning support (district resource) The site promotes a District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) parent session about Learning Support Services in Abbotsford schools, including how to access supports.

• Thunderbird Basketball
• JMCS Soccer
• JMCS Handball

School Culture and Expectations

The school encourages families to become active members of the John Maclure community. The site also includes a land acknowledgement recognizing the traditional and unceded territory of the Semá:th First Nation and Máthxwi First Nation. For physical education and gym safety, students must wear non-marking running shoes (no bare feet or socks) and remove jewelry, including watches.