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.