Dr Roberta Bondar Elementary

About

Dr Roberta Bondar Elementary is located at 32717 Chilcotin Dr, Abbotsford, BC V2T 5S5. The school shares that parents, community, and staff work together to support students’ growth and development, and it values parent involvement to enrich students’ school experiences. The school also acknowledges that the Abbotsford School District is on 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: 604 864-8572

Email: victoria.lorieau@abbyschools.ca

Principal: Victoria Lorieau

Programs and Services

Before and after school care The school offers an Out of School Care program on weekdays before and after school, and it is also available all day on school closure days (e.g., non-instructional days and school holidays). Montessori Preschool Bondar offers a Montessori Pre-school and Kindergarten program in a “warm and supportive setting,” designed to help children begin their school experiences. Nature Kindergarten Dr. Roberta Bondar’s Nature Kindergarten Program provides a safe, supportive outdoor learning experience, with outdoor activities that develop into meaningful classroom lessons. Student support / learning support The Abbotsford School District offers Learning Support Services; the district’s parent series includes guidance on available learning supports and how families can access them.

School Culture and Expectations

The school emphasizes shared responsibility among parents, community, and staff for students’ growth and development, and it highlights the importance of parent involvement in enriching school experiences. The school also includes a land acknowledgement recognizing the traditional and unceded territory of the Semá:th First Nation and Máthxwi First Nation, and expresses respect for Indigenous Nations as original caretakers of the land.

Enrollment

Families can book a Ready Set Learn kindergarten event by appointment by calling 604-864-8572 or emailing sharon.yokoyama@abbyschools.ca. The school also shares a link for more information about kindergarten and a virtual tour.