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W.E. Graham Community School
About
W.E. Graham Community School is located in the Village of Slocan (mailing address: PO Box 10, Slocan, BC V0G 2C0). The school describes itself as a rural community school where children in kindergarten through Grade 10 learn in and from the natural environment that surrounds them, and it welcomes families to the school community. The school also acknowledges and honours the First Nations in whose traditional territories the Kootenay Lake School District operates, and all Aboriginal people within School District #8.
At a Glance
School type: Public School (Kootenay Lake)
Education language: English
Religious affiliation: None / Secular
Grades: K-10
Phone: 250 355-2212
Email: jen.kooznetsoff@sd8.bc.ca
Principal: Jen Kooznetsoff
Programs and Services
Outdoor learning programs (Primary Outdoor Program / Outdoor Experiential Learning Program) W.E. Graham offers outdoor education opportunities connected to its local wilderness setting. The Primary Outdoor Program (K–2) includes place-based learning and activities such as hiking, skiing/snowboarding, biking, swimming, and snowshoeing, with a focus on safety skills. For Grades 7–8, the Outdoor Experiential Learning Program includes overnight trips (camping, hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, canoeing) and also includes explorations such as photography, robotics, woodworking, cooking, art, ukuleles, drama, and outdoor learning. Early learning (StrongStart) StrongStart is a free early learning program for children ages 0–5 and their caregivers, offering play time and activities such as songs, stories, crafts, and circle time. The school notes that families can register for StrongStart online. Student transportation (district busing) School District 8 provides bus transportation for eligible students who register annually, use a bus pass when boarding and exiting, and follow safety rules and the bus code of conduct. The district outlines expectations for safe riding (e.g., staying seated, appropriate behaviour) and includes guidance on bus stop safety and communications for delays/cancellations.
School Culture and Expectations
The school states that students learn in and from the natural environment surrounding the community. The school and district acknowledge, respect, and honour First Nations in whose traditional territories the district operates, and all Aboriginal people within School District #8. For students who ride the bus, the district bus code of conduct emphasizes safety, orderly behaviour, and respect for others.
Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here
School District 8 offers transportation for eligible riders, with annual registration required. Students are expected to walk where possible; eligibility for busing is generally for students living more than 2.5 km from their catchment school. Riders are expected to follow the bus code of conduct (including arriving at stops at least five minutes early, remaining seated while the bus is in motion, and following driver directions) and must use a bus pass to scan on and off; the district also provides guidance for bus stop safety and how delays/cancellations are communicated.
Enrollment
StrongStart registration is available online through the school’s StrongStart page.
Location
W.E. Graham Community School Reviews
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Academic Learning of W.E. Graham Community School
54.87
Academic Performance
Academic Performance Score
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades overall score: 55 - well above the district public school average of 36, ahead by 19 points.
Literacy: 48
Numeracy: 61
Numeracy is a clear strength; literacy is the area with the most room to grow.
66.25
Student Commitment to Learning
Student Commitment
Showing latest available year: 2021-2022. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 66 - well above the comparison cohort average of 48, ahead by 18 points.
Students report stronger engagement, effort, and investment in learning than comparable schools, pointing to solid day-to-day learning habits.
75.00
College and Career Readiness
Readiness for Future
Showing latest available year: 2021-2022. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 75 - well above the comparison cohort average of 48, ahead by 27 points.
Students report stronger preparation for future learning, transitions, and career pathways than comparable schools, which points to a solid readiness profile.
Academic Scores by School Year
Clustered Academic Score Trends
School year trend view: All Grades (combined Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where available). In 2024-2025, literacy is 48, numeracy is 61, and overall is 55.
Compared with 2019-2020, the overall score improved by 20 points.
In the latest year, numeracy is the strongest of the three measures at 61, while literacy is lowest at 48.
Across the available years, literacy improved by 9 points since 2019-2020, while numeracy improved by 31 points since 2019-2020.
Academic Performance Score Change Over Years
Academic Performance Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2024-2025, academic performance is 55.
Academic Performance shows the largest shift across the available period, improved by 20 points since 2019-2020.
Additional Information
Data is regularly updated to reflect the latest available academic scores and assessments from official school records.
Character and Wellbeing
15.53
Civic Engagement
Civic Engagement
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 16 - well below the province public school average of 72, trailing by 56 points.
Students report weaker participation in school and community life than comparable schools, suggesting room to strengthen voice, involvement, and connection.
71.00
Health
Health
Showing latest available year: 2021-2022. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 71 - above the province public school average of 67, ahead by 4 points.
Students report stronger physical and emotional well-being than comparable schools, which points to a healthier overall student experience.
50.71
Work Ethic
Work Ethic
Showing latest available year: 2021-2022. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 51 - well below the province public school average of 73, trailing by 22 points.
Students report weaker effort, persistence, and responsibility than comparable schools, suggesting work habits are an area to strengthen.
Character and Wellbeing Score Change Over Years
Character and Wellbeing Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2024/2025, Civic Engagement is 16.
Civic Engagement shows the largest shift across the available period, declined by 52 points since 2021/2022.
Resources
9.38
Learning Resources
Learning Resources
Showing latest available year: 2021-2022. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 9 - well below the district public school average of 54, trailing by 44 points.
Instructional resources are rated less positively than in comparable schools, suggesting room to strengthen access or quality.
Resources Score Change Over Years
Resources Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2021/2022, Learning Resources is 9.
School Culture
31.25
Relationships
Relationships
School year: 2024-2025. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 31 - well below the province public school average of 78, trailing by 47 points.
Students report weaker relationships among peers, staff, and the school community than in comparable schools, suggesting connection and trust are areas to strengthen.
60.83
Safety
Safety
Showing latest available year: 2021-2022. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 61 - well below the province public school average of 70, trailing by 9 points.
Students report a weaker sense of physical and emotional safety than in comparable schools, making this an area that deserves close attention.
School Culture Score Change Over Years
School Culture Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2024/2025, Relationships is 31.
Relationships shows the largest shift across the available period, declined by 37 points since 2021/2022.
Teachers and Teaching Environment
57.50
Knowledge and Skills of Teachers
Knowledge and Skills of Teachers
Showing latest available year: 2021-2022. Scores out of 100.
All Grades score: 58 - well below the province public school average of 71, trailing by 14 points.
Teachers are rated less positively for instructional quality, knowledge, and professional practice than in comparable schools, suggesting room to strengthen this area.
Teachers and Teaching Environment Score Change Over Years
Teachers and Teaching Environment Score Change Over Years
All Grades trend view combines Grade 4 and Grade 7 averages where both are available. In 2021/2022, Knowledge and Skills of Teachers is 58.