Kootenay Orchards Elementary

About

Kootenay Orchards Elementary School is located at 1301 - 20th Ave S, Cranbrook, BC V1C 6N5. The school describes itself as a community of learners with 234 students, 30 teaching and support staff, and many parent and community volunteers. KOES says it strives to offer holistic educational opportunities with a focus on academics, fine arts, physical fitness and well-being, environmental awareness and stewardship, and critical citizenship. The school highlights learning spaces designed to inspire students and teachers to create, collaborate, and imagine.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Southeast Kootenay)

Education language: The school offers Core French for Grade 5 and 6 students. The sources provided do not describe the primary language(s) used to teach the core curriculum and do not mention any immersion/bilingual program or English Language Learner (ELL) supports.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-6

Phone: 250 426-8551

Email: carissa.hart@sd5.bc.ca

Principal: Carissa Hart

Education Languages

The school offers Core French for Grade 5 and 6 students. The sources provided do not describe the primary language(s) used to teach the core curriculum and do not mention any immersion/bilingual program or English Language Learner (ELL) supports.

Programs and Services

Music / Band Kootenay Orchards highlights an extensive Music / Band program. Physical education The school offers daily gym time and physical education. Student support / special education Supports listed include Learning Support Teachers, Educational Assistants for students with an Individual Education Plan, access to a District Elementary Counselor, and access to a Speech Language Pathologist and Speech Language Assistant. The school also lists a full-time Youth Care Worker and a full-time Indigenous Education Support Worker. Library A Teacher Librarian is available every Friday. Athletics and extracurricular sports School spirit and special events The school mentions theme days to promote school spirit, plus school-wide events such as “Arts in the Orchards” and “Mission Impossible Week.”

• Volleyball (district sports)
• Basketball (district sports)
• Track and Field (district sports)

School Culture and Expectations

The school’s Code of Conduct emphasizes respect for self, others, and the environment; thinking before speaking or acting; being caring, considerate, and cooperative; working to do one’s best while allowing others to do their best; and using words to solve problems.

Enrollment

For kindergarten registration, the school directs families to submit a completed registration package (download/print or pick up from the school office) and notes that registrations are reviewed and approved based on School District #5 administrative procedures. Families are invited to contact the school office with questions (koes.mailing@sd5.bc.ca; 250-426-8551).