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Caulfeild Elementary
About
Caulfeild Elementary is located at 4685 Keith Rd, West Vancouver, BC V7W 2M8. Caulfeild iDEC describes itself as a choice school “at the forefront of modern learning,” focused on meaningful inquiry in a digitally enhanced environment. The school emphasizes an inquiry-based/design thinking model, strong literacy and numeracy foundations, and learning that builds creativity, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking.
At a Glance
School type: Public School (West Vancouver)
Education language: Caulfeild Elementary offers English Language Learning (ELL) support, with information and contacts provided through West Vancouver Schools’ ELL services. The school also uses digital tools (e.g., Google Classroom) to support learning; however, the sources do not explicitly state the core language(s) of instruction.
Religious affiliation: None / Secular
Grades: K-7
Phone: 604 981-1200
Email: nblackburn@wvschools.ca
Principal: Nathan Blackburn
Education Languages
Caulfeild Elementary offers English Language Learning (ELL) support, with information and contacts provided through West Vancouver Schools’ ELL services. The school also uses digital tools (e.g., Google Classroom) to support learning; however, the sources do not explicitly state the core language(s) of instruction.
Programs and Services
Digital Design / Digital Fine Arts (Grades 4–7) Students in Grades 4–7 attend Digital Design (also referred to as Digital Fine Arts) for one class per week, using a variety of technology platforms to build creative and design skills. Digital Design integrates technology into Fine Arts and ADST, and may include projects such as photography, movie creation, Claymation, visual arts, and infographics. Music / Band The school offers classroom music across grade levels and opportunities such as Primary and Intermediate Choir. A voluntary Elementary Band program is available (noted for Grade 6/7), with financial assistance available by confidentially contacting the principal. Student support / special education Learning Services at Caulfeild iDEC includes Learning Support Teachers (in-class and specialized support in collaboration with classroom teachers), Counselling Services (individual and classroom support), and English Language Learning (ELL) support (with district information linked). Athletics and extracurricular sports
- Cross Country (Grades 3–7)
- Basketball (Grade 7)
- Volleyball (Grade 7)
- Ultimate Frisbee (Grade 7)
- Track and Field (Grades 4–7)
School Culture and Expectations
Caulfeild iDEC highlights a school culture rooted in its motto: Responsibility, Empathy, Perseverance, and Personal Excellence. The school describes itself as a community of “curious and respectful learners” engaged in meaningful inquiry. In athletics, expectations include being prepared, attending practices and games, being on time, and representing the school respectfully (including during transport).
Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here
West Vancouver Schools provides student transportation for eligible students living beyond walk limits, and families must submit an online request form to request transportation services. Visitor parking is available at all West Vancouver schools, and public parking in school lots is available after school hours unless otherwise marked.
Enrollment
West Vancouver Schools accepts applications from families living within and outside the district. Families apply through the district’s online admissions application, and applications must include all required documentation to be considered complete; incomplete applications may be removed after two weeks. After submitting, families are instructed to confirm they received an automated email confirmation from submissions@wvschools.ca, and completion of an online form does not guarantee acceptance at a first-choice school.
Location
Site: westvancouverschools.ca/caulfeild-elementary/
Phone: 604 981-1200
Address: 4685 Keith Rd, West Vancouver, BC V7W 2M8
Caulfeild Elementary Reviews
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Academic Learning of Caulfeild Elementary
61.66
Academic Performance
Academic Performance Score
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades overall score: 62 - above the district public school average of 59, ahead by 3 points.
Literacy: 57
Numeracy: 66
Numeracy is a clear strength; literacy is the area with the most room to grow.
72.09
Student Commitment to Learning
Student Commitment
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 72 - well above the district public school average of 59, ahead by 13 points.
Students report stronger engagement, effort, and investment in learning than comparable schools, pointing to solid day-to-day learning habits.
74.95
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 75 - well above the district public school average of 60, ahead by 15 points.
Students report stronger problem solving, analysis, and independent thinking than comparable schools, suggesting this is a relative strength.
81.59
College and Career Readiness
Readiness for Future
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 82 - well above the district public school average of 61, ahead by 21 points.
Students report stronger preparation for future learning, transitions, and career pathways than comparable schools, which points to a solid readiness profile.
Academic Scores by School Year
Clustered Academic Score Trends
School year trend view: All Grades (combined Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where available). In 2024-2025, literacy is 57, numeracy is 66, and overall is 62.
Compared with 2019-2020, the overall score improved by 2 points.
In the latest year, numeracy is the strongest of the three measures at 66, while literacy is lowest at 57.
Across the available years, literacy declined by 5 points since 2019-2020, while numeracy improved by 8 points since 2019-2020.
Academic Performance Score Change Over Years
Academic Performance Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2024-2025, academic performance is 62, student commitment to learning is 72, critical thinking is 75, and college and career readiness is 82.
The strongest current area is College and Career Readiness at 82, while Academic Performance is lowest at 62.
College and Career Readiness shows the largest shift across the available period, improved by 15 points since 2021-2022.
Additional Information
Data is regularly updated to reflect the latest available academic scores and assessments from official school records.
Character and Wellbeing
56.25
Artistic and Creative Traits
Artistic and Creative Traits
Showing latest available year: 2020-2021. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 56 - in line with the district public school average of 55, within 1 point.
Students report creativity, imagination, and artistic thinking at levels broadly similar to comparable schools.
75.33
Civic Engagement
Civic Engagement
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 75 - below the district public school average of 77, trailing by 2 points.
Students report weaker participation in school and community life than comparable schools, suggesting room to strengthen voice, involvement, and connection.
73.80
Health
Health
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 74 - above the district public school average of 71, ahead by 3 points.
Students report stronger physical and emotional well-being than comparable schools, which points to a healthier overall student experience.
80.81
Work Ethic
Work Ethic
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 81 - above the district public school average of 78, ahead by 3 points.
Students report stronger effort, persistence, and responsibility than comparable schools, suggesting productive day-to-day learning habits.
Character and Wellbeing Score Change Over Years
Character and Wellbeing Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2024/2025, Civic Engagement is 75, Health is 74, and Work Ethic is 81.
The strongest current area is Work Ethic at 81, while Health is lowest at 74.
Civic Engagement shows the largest shift across the available period, improved by 6 points since 2020/2021.
Resources
94.36
Community Support
Community Support
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 94 - well above the district public school average of 48, ahead by 47 points.
Parents and the wider community appear to provide stronger support for student learning than in comparable schools, making this a relative strength.
87.59
Facilities and Personnel
Facilities and Personnel
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 88 - well above the district public school average of 47, ahead by 41 points.
Staffing, spaces, and school infrastructure are rated more positively than in comparable schools, suggesting a stronger resource base.
52.05
Learning Resources
Learning Resources
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 52 - well above the district public school average of 35, ahead by 17 points.
Instructional resources are rated more positively than in comparable schools, suggesting students and families see stronger learning supports in place.
Resources Score Change Over Years
Resources Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2024/2025, Community Support is 94, Facilities and Personnel is 88, and Learning Resources is 52.
The strongest current area is Community Support at 94, while Learning Resources is lowest at 52.
Community Support shows the largest shift across the available period, improved by 47 points since 2020/2021.
School Culture
63.93
Academic Orientation
Academic Orientation
Showing latest available year: 2020-2021. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 64 - above the district public school average of 62, ahead by 2 points.
Students report a stronger academic orientation than in comparable schools, suggesting learning goals and achievement are more strongly valued.
85.26
Relationships
Relationships
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 85 - in line with the district public school average of 84, within 1 point.
Students report relationships among peers, staff, and the school community at levels broadly similar to comparable schools.
72.62
Safety
Safety
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 73 - above the district public school average of 70, ahead by 3 points.
Students report a stronger sense of physical and emotional safety than in comparable schools, suggesting the school environment feels more secure and supportive.
School Culture Score Change Over Years
School Culture Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2024/2025, Relationships is 85 and Safety is 73.
The strongest current area is Relationships at 85, while Safety is lowest at 73.
Safety shows the largest shift across the available period, improved by 8 points since 2020/2021.
Teachers and Teaching Environment
71.21
Knowledge and Skills of Teachers
Knowledge and Skills of Teachers
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 71 - above the district public school average of 68, ahead by 3 points.
Teachers are rated more positively for instructional quality, knowledge, and professional practice than in comparable schools, suggesting a relative strength.
Teachers and Teaching Environment Score Change Over Years
Teachers and Teaching Environment Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2024/2025, Knowledge and Skills of Teachers is 71.
Knowledge and Skills of Teachers shows the largest shift across the available period, was broadly stable since 2020/2021.