Dorothy Lynas Elementary

About

4000 Inlet Cres, North Vancouver, BC V7G 2R2. École Dorothy Lynas Elementary School is a public, dual-track elementary school in the Indian River community of North Vancouver. The school describes itself as a vibrant learning community situated on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish people, acknowledging the Tsleil-Waututh Nation. The school offers both English and French Immersion for Kindergarten to Grade 7 students.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (North Vancouver)

Education language: École Dorothy Lynas offers both English and French Immersion programming for students in Kindergarten through Grade 7. The library also notes separate English and French book return slots, reflecting the dual-track structure. No English language learner (ELL) services are described in the provided sources.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-7

Phone: 604 903-3430

Email: dorothylyanas@sd44.ca

Principal: Tristan Crowther

Education Languages

École Dorothy Lynas offers both English and French Immersion programming for students in Kindergarten through Grade 7. The library also notes separate English and French book return slots, reflecting the dual-track structure. No English language learner (ELL) services are described in the provided sources.

Programs and Services

Music / Band The school participates in the North Vancouver School District’s Elementary Band & Strings Program, which provides school-based instrumental ensemble instruction for intermediate grades (Band: Grades 5–7; Strings: Grades 4–7). Registration is completed through School Cash Online, and the program runs based on sufficient enrolment. Library and research resources The school library provides book borrowing services and access to a catalogue (Destiny Discover), along with digital research resources (e.g., World Book, EBSCO, and Gale through the BC Digital Classroom). The library notes PAC-funded additions such as a collection of Japanese manga suitable for school ages. Athletics and extracurricular sports - Cross-country (Grades 4–7)

School Culture and Expectations

The school acknowledges it is located on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish people and recognizes the Tsleil-Waututh Nation’s history and teachings. The school also emphasizes collaboration between home and school and alignment with the North Vancouver School District Strategic Plan 2021–2031.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

To access the school, the website directs families to take Mount Seymour Parkway, turn north onto Mount Seymour Road, then right onto Indian River Drive, and right onto Inlet Crescent. Other transportation, parking, or drop-off/pick-up procedures are not described in the provided sources.