Sayward Elem-Jr Secondary

About

Sayward Elem-Jr Secondary is located at Po Box 40, Sayward, BC V0P 1R0. The school’s stated motto/mission is “to promote in our students a desire to learn and to reach their potential in a safe, caring and positive environment.” School updates also highlight community-building efforts such as a “Belonging Assembly” and ongoing Circle of Courage work.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Campbell River)

Education language: The sources describe district programming in English and note that Campbell River School District also offers French Immersion (Early and Late) as a district program. The district also provides English Language Learning (ELL) and English Skills Development (ESD) services to support students who need additional English language development to access the provincial curriculum.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-5

Phone: 250 282-3314

Email: sayward@sd72.bc.ca

Principal: Christine Middleton

Education Languages

The sources describe district programming in English and note that Campbell River School District also offers French Immersion (Early and Late) as a district program. The district also provides English Language Learning (ELL) and English Skills Development (ESD) services to support students who need additional English language development to access the provincial curriculum.

Programs and Services

**Early learning (StrongStart)** The school website lists StrongStart, and the district describes StrongStart Centres as a free early learning program for young children from birth to kindergarten and their parents/caregivers. **Hot lunch** The school posts a hot lunch menu and thanks volunteers who support the program. **Student support / language learning** Campbell River School District offers English Language Learning (ELL) and English Skills Development (ESD) services for students who need additional English language development support. The program is intended to provide academic and social support across the school year, including oral language, reading/writing, vocabulary, and cultural connections. **Transportation (school bus service)** The district provides bussing as a courtesy (free of charge) for eligible students who live beyond walking limits and requires families who need transportation to apply online for a bus pass each school year (with some exceptions, such as students living on reserve). Bus passes are scanned to support safety and family communication (e.g., late bus notifications).

School Culture and Expectations

The school’s mission emphasizes a safe, caring, and positive environment where students develop a desire to learn and reach their potential. School communications also reference a Belonging Assembly, community building, and Circle of Courage work (including a focus on “Independence” as a growth area tied to decision-making and behaviour regulation).

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

Campbell River School District provides school bus transportation as a courtesy for eligible students living beyond walking limits (K–Grade 3: more than 4 km; Grades 4–12: more than 4.8 km from their catchment school). Families who require bus service must apply online for a bus pass each school year; students scan their pass when boarding. Students should arrive at the bus stop at least 5 minutes early, and families are responsible for children’s behaviour and safety at bus stops; guidance is provided for late or missing buses and severe weather service impacts.

Enrollment

The school website includes a “Register my child” link and notes that kindergarten registration is done online through the district. The district encourages families to register by the district’s stated deadline to secure a space in their neighbourhood school.