Chartwell Elementary

About

Chartwell Elementary is located at 1300 Chartwell Dr, West Vancouver, BC V7S 2R3. The school describes its mission as fostering mindfulness, resilience, and kindness while supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional growth. Chartwell is a Kindergarten to Grade 7 school that emphasizes experiential learning, strong community partnerships, and an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to reach their personal best.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (West Vancouver)

Education language: Chartwell links families to district English Language Learner (ELL) supports and information, including an ELL brochure and district contacts for current ELL programs and services. The provided sources do not describe an immersion or bilingual program at Chartwell, or specify the core language(s) of instruction.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-7

Phone: 604 981-1210

Email: chartwell@wvschools.ca

Principal: Sara Bell

Education Languages

Chartwell links families to district English Language Learner (ELL) supports and information, including an ELL brochure and district contacts for current ELL programs and services. The provided sources do not describe an immersion or bilingual program at Chartwell, or specify the core language(s) of instruction.

Programs and Services

Before & after school care (and after-school programs) Chartwell lists before- and after-school care for Chartwell students (limited spaces), with care located in the Hub Portable Room and the Music Room. English Language Learner (ELL) support Chartwell directs families to the West Vancouver Schools ELL Support brochure and provides district contacts for up-to-date information about ELL programs and services. Student leadership and school roles Chartwell highlights a Grade 6/7 Leadership Club focused on charitable causes, fundraisers, and building awareness and empathy in the school community. The school also offers student roles such as Lunch Monitors (Grade 6–7) and Announcers (auditioned). Athletics and extracurricular sports - Family Badminton (Fridays) Indigenous Education Chartwell posts an Indigenous Education School Plan (2023/2024).

School Culture and Expectations

Chartwell emphasizes a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive learning environment. The school’s stated core values are Mindfulness, Resilience, and Kindness, with a focus on personal excellence and social-emotional learning. Chartwell also links to a published school Code of Conduct (2025–2026).

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

West Vancouver Schools states that parents/guardians must submit an online request form for each student to request transportation services. The district notes busing is provided for students living beyond walk limits to the nearest public school, following ministry guidelines. Visitor parking is available at all West Vancouver schools, and parking lots are generally available to the public after school hours unless otherwise marked.

Enrollment

Chartwell and West Vancouver Schools accept admission applications from families living within and outside the district. Families apply online and must attach required documentation; only complete applications are considered for placement or waitlists, and incomplete applications may be removed after two weeks. The district advises families to check for an automated email confirmation after submitting the online application.