Sandowne Elementary

About

Sandowne Elementary is located at 699 Sandowne Dr, Campbell River, BC V9W 5G9. The school highlights a simple, student-friendly motto/mission focused on positive behaviour and community expectations: “Be Safe. Be Respectful. Be Cooperative. Be Responsible.”

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Campbell River)

Education language: The sources describe district support for students who need additional English language development through English Language Learning (ELL) and English Skills Development (ESD), which provide academic and social support to help students access the provincial curriculum. The district also offers French Immersion (Early and Late) as a bilingual pathway for non-French speaking students; however, the provided sources do not specify whether Sandowne Elementary itself offers French Immersion.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-5

Phone: 250 923-4248

Email: sandowne@sd72.bc.ca

Principal: Kelly Gage

Education Languages

The sources describe district support for students who need additional English language development through English Language Learning (ELL) and English Skills Development (ESD), which provide academic and social support to help students access the provincial curriculum. The district also offers French Immersion (Early and Late) as a bilingual pathway for non-French speaking students; however, the provided sources do not specify whether Sandowne Elementary itself offers French Immersion.

Programs and Services

Student support / language learning (ELL/ESD) The Campbell River School District provides English Language Learning (ELL) and English Skills Development (ESD) services for students who need additional English development support. Supports focus on oral language, reading and writing skills, vocabulary development, and helping students share pride in their home culture while building understanding of Canadian culture.

School Culture and Expectations

Sandowne Elementary states its motto/mission as: “Be Safe. Be Respectful. Be Cooperative. Be Responsible.”

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

Campbell River School District provides courtesy bussing (free of charge) for eligible students who live beyond walking limits to their nearest public school: K–Grade 3 beyond 4 km, and Grades 4–12 beyond 4.8 km (catchment). Families must apply online for a bus pass each school year for eligible riders and for accessible transportation (special needs bussing); students scan their bus pass when boarding. Students should arrive at the bus stop at least 5 minutes early, and parents/guardians are responsible for behaviour and safety at bus stops.

Enrollment

The Sandowne website includes a “Register my child” link for families to begin registration.