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Bella Coola Elementary
About
Bella Coola Elementary School is located at Box 7, Bella Coola, BC V0T 1C0. The school describes itself as nestled in the Bella Coola Valley, focused on nurturing curiosity and creativity while bringing community together. Bella Coola Elementary emphasizes a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment where every child can grow and succeed, guided by respect, kindness, and resilience.
At a Glance
School type: Public School (Central Coast)
Education language: English
Religious affiliation: None / Secular
Grades: K-4
Phone: 250 799-5556
Email: kgianakos@sd49.ca
Principal: Kevin Gianakos
Programs and Services
Early learning (district-supported) School District #49 notes that families can contact Bella Coola Elementary or the Board Office to learn about early learning programs available for their child. The district also states that Bella Coola Elementary is the location of an Early Learning Centre for 4-year-olds. Indigenous education / cultural and language programming (district) The district is located within the shared traditional territories of the Nuxalk, Heiltsuk, and Wuikinuxv Nations, and describes language and cultural programs that enhance learning opportunities for First Nations learners. The district’s Local Education Agreements (including agreements with the Nuxalk Nation and the Heiltsuk Nation) are referenced as part of the framework supporting student success. Digital learning tools (district) The district references the BC Digital Classroom and provides sign-up guidance for MyBlueprint.ca (activation key: sd49).
School Culture and Expectations
Bella Coola Elementary says it is dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment where every child can grow and succeed. The school highlights values of respect, kindness, and resilience, and encourages students to dream big and reach their full potential while celebrating the region’s cultural heritage.
Enrollment
The Bella Coola Elementary page includes a “Registration Form” link as part of its registration and supply list information.
Location
Bella Coola Elementary Reviews
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Academic Learning of Bella Coola Elementary
47.36
Academic Performance
Academic Performance Score
Showing latest available year: 2022-2023. Scores out of 100.
Grade 4 overall score: 47 - above the province public school average of 44, ahead by 3 points.
Literacy: 48
Numeracy: 47
Literacy and numeracy are closely matched.
62.50
Student Commitment to Learning
Student Commitment
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
Grade 4 score: 62 - well above the province public school average of 51, ahead by 12 points.
Students report stronger engagement, effort, and investment in learning than comparable schools, pointing to solid day-to-day learning habits.
39.29
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
Grade 4 score: 39 - well below the province public school average of 50, trailing by 11 points.
Students report weaker problem solving, analysis, and independent thinking than comparable schools, suggesting room to strengthen this area.
94.64
College and Career Readiness
Readiness for Future
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
Grade 4 score: 95 - well above the province public school average of 53, ahead by 42 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: Grade 4. In 2022-2023, literacy is 48, numeracy is 47, and overall is 47.
Compared with 2019-2020, the overall score improved by 6 points.
In the latest year, literacy is the strongest of the three measures at 48, while numeracy is lowest at 47.
Across the available years, literacy was broadly stable since 2019-2020, while numeracy improved by 11 points since 2019-2020.
Academic Performance Score Change Over Years
Academic Performance Score Change Over Years
Grade 4 trend view. In 2024-2025, student commitment to learning is 62, critical thinking is 39, and college and career readiness is 95.
The strongest current area is College and Career Readiness at 95, while Critical Thinking is lowest at 39.
Academic Performance shows the largest shift across the available period, improved by 6 points since 2019-2020.
Additional Information
Data is regularly updated to reflect the latest available academic scores and assessments from official school records.
Character and Wellbeing
62.12
Health
Health
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 62 - below the province public school average of 65, trailing by 3 points.
Students report weaker physical and emotional well-being than comparable schools, making health and well-being an area to watch closely.
79.69
Work Ethic
Work Ethic
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 80 - well above the province public school average of 74, ahead by 5 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
Grade 4 trend view. In 2024/2025, Health is 62 and Work Ethic is 80.
The strongest current area is Work Ethic at 80, while Health is lowest at 62.
Health shows the largest shift across the available period, improved by 38 points since 2019/2020.
Resources
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Resources Score Change Over Years
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School Culture
64.64
Relationships
Relationships
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 65 - well below the province public school average of 77, trailing by 13 points.
Students report weaker relationships among peers, staff, and the school community than in comparable schools, suggesting connection and trust are areas to strengthen.
47.32
Safety
Safety
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 47 - well below the province public school average of 59, trailing by 12 points.
Students report a weaker sense of physical and emotional safety than in comparable schools, making this an area that deserves close attention.
School Culture Score Change Over Years
School Culture Score Change Over Years
Grade 4 trend view. In 2024/2025, Relationships is 65 and Safety is 47.
The strongest current area is Relationships at 65, while Safety is lowest at 47.
Safety shows the largest shift across the available period, declined by 3 points since 2019/2020.
Teachers and Teaching Environment
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Teachers and Teaching Environment Score Change Over Years
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