c'usqunela Elementary

About

c̓əsqənelə Elementary is located at 24093 – 104th Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC V2W 1J2. The school identifies itself as “Where the Golden Eagle Gathers,” reflecting its Hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ name, c̓əsqənelə. The school community is also welcomed by a Coast Salish house post at the entrance, intended to convey connectedness across generations, family, and community.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows)

Education language: District information describes French Immersion as delivery of the regular BC curriculum in French (instead of English). The district also offers English Language Learners (ELL) support for students whose primary language is not English and who need help becoming fluent. The c̓əsqənelə Elementary sources provided do not specify the language(s) used to teach the core curriculum at this school or whether French Immersion is offered on-site.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-7

Phone: 604 466-6231

Email: wes_reamsbottom@sd42.ca

Principal: Wes Reamsbottom

Education Languages

District information describes French Immersion as delivery of the regular BC curriculum in French (instead of English). The district also offers English Language Learners (ELL) support for students whose primary language is not English and who need help becoming fluent. The c̓əsqənelə Elementary sources provided do not specify the language(s) used to teach the core curriculum at this school or whether French Immersion is offered on-site.

Programs and Services

**Fine arts / Performing arts** The school highlights a fine arts production (“The Wizard of Oz”) and recognizes its fine arts teachers for their work on the show. **Student support / English Language Learners (ELL)** The district offers an English Language Learners (ELL) program for children whose primary language is not English and who require assistance to become fluent (availability is described at the district level, not specifically at this school).

School Culture and Expectations

The school’s identity includes the phrase “Where the Golden Eagle Gathers,” tied to the meaning of its name. A Coast Salish welcome pole at the school entrance is described as welcoming students, staff, and visitors with a message of connectedness and community. **Cell phone expectations:** The school’s expectation is that cell phones are not used or turned on during the school day; devices are to be turned off and stored in backpacks. During recess and lunch, the school promotes interactive play and communication with friends.

Enrollment

The school notes that kindergarten registration for the 2026/27 school year begins in January 2026 and directs families to learn more about the phases and process at the district’s kindergarten registration page (https://www.sd42.ca/kindergarten-registration/). The district also provides information for student registration, transfer, and withdrawal requests on its student registration page.