Lochside Elementary

About

Lochside Elementary is located at 1145 Royal Oak Dr, Victoria, BC V8X 3T7. The school identifies itself as “Home of the Lizards!” and begins by acknowledging and thanking the W̱SÁNEĆ people on whose traditional territory the school community lives, learns, and teaches.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Saanich)

Education language: District information notes that English Language Learner (ELL) supports help students improve their ability to communicate fluently in English and make academic progress in the B.C. school system; supports may be provided in-class, in small groups, or a combination. The district also offers French Immersion, in which students follow the regular curriculum while receiving much of their instruction in French, with entry available to district residents beginning in Kindergarten (application process applies).

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-5

Phone: 250 658-5238

Email: lochside@saanichschools.ca

Principal: Helena Takhar

Education Languages

District information notes that English Language Learner (ELL) supports help students improve their ability to communicate fluently in English and make academic progress in the B.C. school system; supports may be provided in-class, in small groups, or a combination. The district also offers French Immersion, in which students follow the regular curriculum while receiving much of their instruction in French, with entry available to district residents beginning in Kindergarten (application process applies).

Programs and Services

**Athletics and extracurricular sports** - Lochside offers opportunities for students to participate in a wide variety of extracurricular sports and activities (specific sports are not listed). **Counselling** School counsellors provide services to students and families to support educational, personal, social, and emotional development at school and in the community; families can contact the school office for more information. **English Language Learners (ELL)** The district provides ELL supports delivered by specialty teachers to help students build English communication skills and succeed academically; support may be delivered in-class and/or in small groups, and may include assessment and an Annual Instructional Plan (AIP) for qualifying students. **Inclusive Education (district services)** The district’s Inclusive Education team provides a range of services aimed at supporting every learner and fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment focused on belonging, competence, and self-determination; families are encouraged to start by speaking with their child’s teacher or school administrator.

School Culture and Expectations

Lochside’s website includes a territorial acknowledgement recognizing the W̱SÁNEĆ people on whose traditional territory the school community lives, learns, and teaches. District Inclusive Education information emphasizes an inclusive and welcoming learning environment, guided by Principles of Learning, Principles of Inclusive Schools, and First Peoples Principles of Learning, with a focus on equity of opportunity for success.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

District transportation information explains that families must register annually for school bus service (K–12) and that eligibility is based in part on walk limits (Kindergarten–Grade 5: 2.5 km; Grades 6–12: 4.8 km, by traveled road or walkway). Students should arrive at the bus stop at least five minutes before the scheduled time, and must scan their bus pass when boarding and disembarking. The district provides a School Bus Riders Code of Conduct, including expectations such as remaining seated while the bus is in motion and waiting in bus loading zones.

Enrollment

District information for French Immersion notes that any child who is a resident within the Saanich School District may apply to enter French Immersion for Kindergarten, and refers families to the district application process (Administrative Procedures 214).