Westwood Elementary

About

Westwood Elementary is located at 2633 Vanier Dr, Prince George, BC V2N 1V1. The school website highlights school news and events, and includes a land acknowledgement statement.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Prince George)

Education language: French Immersion is offered in School District No. 57 at specific district schools (College Heights Elementary, Lac des Bois, and Heather Park Elementary), with instruction delivered in French in the early years and a mix of French and English in later grades. The provided sources do not state the language(s) of instruction used at Westwood Elementary specifically, and do not mention ELL language support at this school.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-7

Phone: 250 562-3076

Email: swhitehead@sd57.bc.ca

Principal: Shandee Whitehead

Education Languages

French Immersion is offered in School District No. 57 at specific district schools (College Heights Elementary, Lac des Bois, and Heather Park Elementary), with instruction delivered in French in the early years and a mix of French and English in later grades. The provided sources do not state the language(s) of instruction used at Westwood Elementary specifically, and do not mention ELL language support at this school.

Programs and Services

StrongStart (early learning) SD57 offers StrongStart early learning programs that are free for children aged 0–5 attending with a parent/caregiver, and are guided by Early Childhood Educators and the Early Learning Framework. Transportation (district service) SD57 provides transportation information and tools for families, including the FirstView app instructions, online regular/courtesy bus registration, and transportation policies and procedures.

School Culture and Expectations

District direction for SD57 emphasizes Truth and Reconciliation, Equity of Access, Wellness, and Learning, including culturally safe, caring, inclusive learning communities where all students thrive.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

District transportation information includes the FirstView app (parent instructions), online regular and courtesy bus registration, and transportation policies/procedures. The provided sources do not include Westwood-specific drop-off/pick-up, parking, or arrival/dismissal guidance.