Nicomekl Elementary

About

Nicomekl Elementary is located at 20050 53 Ave, Langley, BC V3A 3T9. The school notes its name is derived from the Stó:lō people, meaning “the route to go” or “the pathway,” and emphasizes building an inclusive community where compassion connects everyone and students are empowered to thrive and contribute.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Langley)

Education language: Nicomekl Elementary offers an English Language Learning (ELL) program for students in Kindergarten to Grade 5 who speak a language other than English. ELL teachers assess students’ English proficiency, provide direct small-group instruction a few times per week, and support classroom teachers with strategies and materials; supports are adapted based on assessed needs.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-5

Phone: 604 533-1468

Email: kcasquilho@sd35.bc.ca

Principal: Charlene Redekop

Education Languages

Nicomekl Elementary offers an English Language Learning (ELL) program for students in Kindergarten to Grade 5 who speak a language other than English. ELL teachers assess students’ English proficiency, provide direct small-group instruction a few times per week, and support classroom teachers with strategies and materials; supports are adapted based on assessed needs.

Programs and Services

Student support / special education Resource and Learning Assistance provide support for students with a variety of needs, including targeted help for specific learning needs and reinforcement of skills, to supplement classroom instruction. The school notes support from Special Education Assistants, and lists a school counsellor and a youth care worker. English Language Learning (ELL) The ELL program supports K–5 students who are learning English, including assessment, program recommendations, and direct instruction in small groups during the week, along with adapted supports to aid comprehension. Indigenous education Nicomekl lists an Aboriginal Program among its ongoing programs. Student wellness / nutrition The school offers breakfast and lunch programs, including a Grab & Go breakfast option and support for students who need a lunch daily (with attention to allergies, dietary restrictions, and cultural/religious considerations). The school also participates in the BC School Fruit and Vegetable Snack Program, providing fresh BC fruit and vegetable snacks to students. Mentoring / volunteering Nicomekl hosts the Big Buddies/Little Buddies in-school mentoring program, where volunteers spend time each week reading, drawing, and playing with paired students. Clubs Reading Club is run by the PAC and encourages students to read through a “25 Nights of Reading” form and recognition/rewards. Athletics and extracurricular sports - Basketball (Grade 5 boys and girls)

School Culture and Expectations

Nicomekl emphasizes an inclusive community grounded in compassion, diversity, kindness, patience, respect, and a welcoming spirit. The school highlights its L.E.A.D.E.R.S. values (Loving-kindness, Empathetic, Accountable, Determined, Encouraging, Respectful, Safe) and its R.O.A.R. expectations (Responsibility, Ownership, Achievement, Respect), supported by a school-wide behaviour matrix for settings such as classrooms, hallways, playgrounds, and the library. The school also uses the Zones of Regulation as a social-emotional learning approach to support self-regulation and emotional control.