Harrison Hot Springs Elementary

About

Harrison Hot Springs Elementary School serves families in Harrison Hot Springs, BC (mailing address: PO Box 310, Harrison Hot Springs, BC V0M 1K0). The school describes itself as a small community school with “a big heart,” serving just over 120 students from Kindergarten to Grade 6. The school invites families to contact the team with questions or concerns.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Fraser-Cascade)

Education language: English language learning (ELL) support is provided (listed on the school staff team). The sources do not describe the school’s core language of instruction or any immersion/bilingual programs.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-6

Phone: 604 796-2838

Email: tammy.nazarchuk@sd78.bc.ca

Principal: Tammy Nazarchuk

Education Languages

English language learning (ELL) support is provided (listed on the school staff team). The sources do not describe the school’s core language of instruction or any immersion/bilingual programs.

Programs and Services

Student support / special education The school staff includes an Inclusive Education Teacher, Education Assistants, an English Language Learning (ELL) teacher, a Youth & Childcare Worker, and an ISW (as listed on the staff page). These roles indicate student learning and wellness supports are available. Technology / digital citizenship Families are asked to complete a Student Technology Acceptable Use Agreement form (posted under Permission Forms).

School Culture and Expectations

Family involvement is encouraged through volunteering, and the school notes that volunteers are an integral part of curricular and extra-curricular field trips. For student safety, volunteers are required to complete a Criminal Record Check according to School District 78 policy (as described on the Volunteering page).

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

School bus transportation is available through School District 78; families are directed to complete a bus transport application each school year and confirm with the SD78 Transportation Department. In an emergency, families are instructed not to go to the school and instead meet at Village Memorial Hall (290 Esplanade Ave, Harrison Hot Springs, BC).

Enrollment

New student registration is accepted by email or in person; families are instructed to email the school secretary or call the office to schedule an appointment. Required documentation includes a completed registration form, student ID (e.g., birth certificate or passport), and proof of address for the parent/guardian.