When you’re raising a family in Vancouver, you’ll have a number of considerations before buying a home. Factors such as schools, activities, safety and sense of community are incredibly important to consider.
Vancouver’s west side has a variety of family-friendly neighbourhoods with amazing homes, schools and amenities. Here are 5 that we love:
West Point Grey is known for its calming atmosphere and a true sense of community. The neighbourhood hosts many family-focused events throughout the year like carnivals and musical performances.
Nature lovers will feel at home with the variety of parks and beaches surrounding the neighbourhood. You can easily take your kids on a walk through Pacific Spirit Park and watch the sunset at Spanish Banks or Jericho Beach. The park and beaches feature lots of amenities, like public washrooms and areas for family BBQs. There are even tennis courts, volleyball courts and bike paths.
West Point Grey is also known for its great elementary schools including Queen Elizabeth Elementary, Queen Mary Elementary and Jules Quesnel Elementary which offers a top French Immersion program.
Dunbar is known as one of the most family-focused cities in Vancouver. A popular attraction is the Dunbar Community Centre, which features kids day camps, dance and fitness classes and even ping pong tournaments.
Even restaurants in this community are catered to children, with features like play areas and kid-friendly food. As for schools, many of the kids in Dunbar attend Kitchener Elementary School and Prince of Wales Secondary School which is known for its incredible enrichment programs.
Oakridge is a mix of residential homes and commercial areas. If your family enjoys activities, this bustling neighbourhood is where you would want to be! It’s even close to popular spots such as the Langara Golf Course and VanDusen Botanical Gardens.
As for schools, younger students usually attend Annie B. Jamieson Elementary School and Vancouver Montessori School. Secondary school students often attend Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School and King David High School.
The West End has stunning buildings with beautiful tree-lined streets and plenty of pedestrian-only roads. This family-friendly paradise is nestled right in the heart of Vancouver city centre.
There is no shortage of kid-friendly activities, from English Bay Beach, Second Beach Pool to the Vancouver Aquatic Centre. Spend the day at Stanley Park biking the seawall or head to the Vancouver Aquarium for educational family fun.
Schools in the West End include Lord Roberts Elementary and King George Secondary School, which offers an International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme.
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