The school may close in the event of heavy snowfall or other unforeseen circumstances in accordance with directives from appropriate government regulatory authorities. We will always be closed in accordance with public school closures and reserve the right to close on days when public schools choose to remain open if we believe that road, weather or other conditions may be hazardous for the young children and staff to attend school. Notifications will be made by 8 AM.
How Decisions Are Made About School Closures
Staff monitor forecasts and conditions, and with input from the City of Vancouver, to assess safety when there may be:
- heavy snowfall
- extreme cold
- freezing rain
- extreme heat
- other hazardous weather/emergency conditions that pose risks to student and staff safety
Extra-curricular activities, school events and field trips may be cancelled because of weather – even when school remains open.
If weather conditions begin while school is in session, parents will be notified to pick up their children earlier if it is in the best interest of students and staff. The decision to close the school is made in consideration of safety and well-being of our community such as the impact weather conditions may have for the safe transportation of young students and staff.
Keeping Your Child At Home Even When the School Is Open
Student safety is our top priority. Parents/guardians are responsible for their children’s safe travel to and from school and may keep their children at home if for any reason a parent/guardian feels that a child cannot travel safely to/from school.
During extreme weather conditions it is also common for emergency services and other authorities to advise people to avoid unnecessary travel. Should a family decide to keep their children out of school, they should notify the school about the expected absence. Students will not be penalized. Students are reminded to wear appropriate clothing for the conditions. Please take extra care when driving, biking or walking when sidewalks and roads are slippery.