Simonds Elementary

About

Simonds Elementary is located at 20190 48 Ave, Langley, BC V3A 3L4. The school shares its site with U-Connect and describes itself as striving to create a “unified and resourceful dual-track school environment.”

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Langley)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-5

Phone: 604 530-2361

Email: mallen@sd35.bc.ca

Principal: Ron Stare

Programs and Services

U-Connect (Program of Choice) U-Connect is listed by Langley School District as a Program of Choice with Kindergarten entry located at Simonds. Student support / special education Langley School District Student Support Services focuses on safe, caring, and compassionate learning environments and includes school safety, emergency preparedness, critical incident response, mental health support, student intervention, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. District Learning Support Services include Inclusion Support, School Psychology, Speech and Language, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Deaf and Hard of Hearing support, Students with Visual Impairments, and Hospital Homebound services.

School Culture and Expectations

Langley School District emphasizes safe and caring schools that promote mutual respect, cooperation, and social responsibility, supported by trauma-informed practices. The District states its schools are inclusive environments valuing all students and families, and it uses prevention and intervention strategies so students learn to solve problems peacefully, value diversity, and defend human rights. The District also provides dress guidelines focused on supporting safe participation in learning and maintaining respectful, non-offensive clothing in a learning and working environment.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

District transportation requires registration (including Eligible Riders and Courtesy Riders) and applications are reviewed based on eligibility criteria and available seats. The District provides an online tool to help families determine eligibility using home-to-school distance (elementary walk limits are noted as 3.2 km), and families can contact transportation@sd35.bc.ca for help. Transportation support is also described for riders with diverse abilities who qualify under District policy.

Enrollment

Langley School District notes that entry into Programs of Choice is by application only, and U-Connect offers Kindergarten entry at Simonds. The District directs families to the Choice Program registration information and notes some programs (including U-Connect) may remain open until filled; families needing assistance are directed to contact the School Board Office at 604-534-7891.