Madeira Park Elementary

About

Madeira Park Elementary is located at 5012 Gonzales Road, Madeira Park, BC V0N 2H0, in the heart of Pender Harbour (about 35 km north of Sechelt). The school describes a small, well-equipped learning community with a large playground and an outdoor classroom, supported by an energetic, positive, and caring staff. It emphasizes strong partnerships with parents and the community, and aims to help students develop their academic, social, and personal potential in a safe and secure environment.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Sunshine Coast)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-6

Phone: 604 883-2373

Email: mpeinfo@sd46.bc.ca

Principal: Nicole Zilkie

Programs and Services

Getting Active Students have opportunities to be active through nature walks, outdoor classroom learning, and school events. The school highlights field trips, Track and Field events, an annual Terry Fox Run, and a Running Club. Athletics and extracurricular sports Family support / school community The school highlights a strong partnership with parents and the community. Links on the school site include PAC and PAC Hot Lunch.

• Volleyball
• Basketball

School Culture and Expectations

The school emphasizes belonging and inclusion, stating that every student belongs and that students come from diverse backgrounds. Madeira Park Elementary highlights shared values of Belonging, Respect, Responsibility, and Honesty, with staff and students working to create a safe, nurturing environment and build character, community, and confidence.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

Madeira Park Elementary is accessible via Hwy 101 and Gonzales Rd. Sunshine Coast School District bussing requires annual registration for any student who wants to use school transportation. The district notes elementary walk limits of 2 km for eligibility, and indicates that cross-boundary transfer students are not provided busing.

Enrollment

For cross-boundary attendance within Sunshine Coast School District, families must submit a Cross Boundary Application to the child’s current school or (if new to the school system) their neighbourhood school; acceptance depends on space, and busing is not provided for cross-boundary students.