M.V. Beattie Elementary

About

M.V. Beattie Elementary is located at Po Box 249, Enderby, BC V0E 1V0. The school acknowledges, honours, and gives thanks for the traditional lands and history of the Secwépemc people, and says it values and honours relationships with each of the First Nation communities on whose lands it has the privilege of educating children.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (North Okanagan-Shuswap)

Education language: A district Late French Immersion program is available to Grade 6 students, in which all subjects are taught in French in Grade 6 (students do not need prior French). English is reintroduced in Grade 8 in the program pathway.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-6

Phone: 250 838-6434

Email: mvb@sd83.bc.ca

Principal: Mishel Quaal

Education Languages

A district Late French Immersion program is available to Grade 6 students, in which all subjects are taught in French in Grade 6 (students do not need prior French). English is reintroduced in Grade 8 in the program pathway.

Programs and Services

**Bus transportation** The school website links to bus transportation information, including parent resources, a bus registration and information process, a bus stop request process, and district transportation contacts. Safety resources are also referenced, including school bus safety presentations and district-wide safety initiatives. **Library** The school lists an M.V. Beattie Library as a program/service. **Safe schools** The school lists ERASE (Safe Schools) as a program/service. **Early learning (district program at the school)** District information notes StrongStart programs are offered at multiple locations, including M.V. Beattie. **Athletics and extracurricular sports** - Floor curling

School Culture and Expectations

The school states it acknowledges, honours, and gives thanks for the traditional lands and history of the Secwépemc people, and that it values and honours relationships with First Nation communities connected to the lands where it educates children.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

The school provides bus transportation information and links to district transportation resources, including bus registration and information, transportation assistance, and a bus stop request process. The transportation resources also reference safety supports such as school bus safety presentations and district-wide safety initiatives.

Enrollment

For district Late French Immersion, families are directed to apply by completing the Late French Immersion Grade 6 commitment form (or using the QR code) described on the school’s Late French Immersion Program page.