ABOUT US

Dr. A.R. Lord is a vibrant, warm, and welcoming VSB

elementary school offering grades K through 7 in our
family-friendly neighbourhood. A.R. Lord offers
excellent education in an intimate learning
environment through varied learning opportunities.
Kids of all grades know and support each other, and
family members are welcome to participate in the
school community in various ways.

The Dr. A.R. Lord Parent Advisory Council (PAC)

brings together the families of the students to create
a caring community that extends beyond the
classrooms. We are actively involved with various
school programs and social activities, allowing
families in our neighbourhood to get to know each
other and build lasting friendships.

Before- and after-school care program

Hastings Community Centre | 604-718-6222
Dr. A.R. Lord Elementary
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Why A.R. Lord Elementary?
Amazing school culture & learning
environment
Beautiful natural setting & environmental
focus
Community integration & support
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It takes a village to raise a child
What We Offer
Experienced, positive, caring teachers and support
staff
Beautiful outdoor space (playground, outdoor
classroom, learning garden, fields)
Specialized reading program and resource room
(for kids with reading challenges or who are
learning English)
Great math and technology programs, computer
lab, and iPads
Dedicated music teacher and music room
Extra-curricular activities (e.g., choir, cross country,
track & field, badminton, ultimate, environmental
caretakers club, student council)
Arts performances and community arts projects
We are proud of our strong and diverse community
of families, our dedicated teachers, and our amazing
support staff.
PAC-supported activities (e.g., movie nights, hot
lunch days, family-oriented social events)
Partnerships with Hastings Community Centre,
including before- and after-school care
Proximity to Hastings Park Sanctuary, where classes
go to learn about nature, biology, & conservation
Connection with the Templeton Community Schools
Team, which provides low-cost activities at our
school (e.g., Lego club, clay class, homework club,
multi-sport)
Salmon education program, where kids raise salmon
eggs and release the salmon fry in Stanley Park
BC School Fruit & Vegetable Nutrition Program
Wheelchair accessibility