Welcome! Bienvenue! Pjila'si!

Welcome to the North River Elementary website. In our changing world, North River Elementary School empowers and develops diverse learners academically, socially and emotionally as responsible and respectful citizens.

Setting the cornerstone for lifelong learning.

Principal's Message

Welcome to North River Elementary School. Our mission is to develop lifelong learners in a student-centered environment with high expectations for all. We at North River Elementary understand the importance of instilling and enhancing the partnership between home and school for your child’s optimum educational experience.

Value Statement
At North River Elementary, we value respect. We value respect of self, others, learning and the environment. At North River Elementary, we value our talents. We welcome the uniqueness and diversity of all people. At North River Elementary, we value risk-taking. We step out of our comfort zone to meet our mission, values and goals. At North River Elementary, we value lifelong learning. Staff is courteous, competent, dedicated and committed to their profession. At North River Elementary we value a safe and caring environment. We are community. Welcome to Our School Community.

Mr. Kevin Harnish, Principal

What's New?

Changing schools? Moving on to CCJHS?  Or just starting school in September 2026? Please request busing transportation. 

If your child is eligible* for bus transportation and is:

  • Grading up to a new school,
  • Starting Primary or Pre-primary for the first time,
  • Going to have a new address in September,
  • New to CCRCE

You will need to request transportation for the 2026-2027 school year.

Please note: If your child is staying at the same school, there is no need to request transportation. 

The 2026–2027 Transportation Request Form is now available on BusPlanner Web under Online Forms and Requests. Please submit the request form by June 30, 2026.

*Please note: To be eligible for bus transportation, students must reside within their designated catchment of the school they are attending and meet the minimum distance criteria.

Registration is now available for Pre-Primary and Primary Programs.

  1. Find out what school catchment you live in.
    • Visit Bus Planner to learn about your school catchment area and bus eligibility.
  2. Join us at the school to register your child for Pri-primary and primary at your catchment area school.
    • North River Elementary School registrations will be held on February 17th 10 am to 12 noon and 1:30 pm to 3 pm.
    • Please bring with you the following documentation:
      • Nova Scotia Health Card
      • Birth Certificate
      • Proof of residency to confirm your school catchment area (e.g. utility bill)
    • Pre-Primary and Primary eligible ages for enrollment:
      • Children who reside in the province of Nova Scotia and reach the age of five (5) years on or before December 31 are eligible for enrolment in the Primary Program.
      • The Pre-primary program is voluntary and open to all children who are at least four years old by December 31st, 2026, and live within school catchment. Children can only attend the Pre-primary program for one year.

We look forward to meeting you and your child and welcoming them to our school!

If you can’t make any of the registration dates, please reach us at the school at 902-896-5530 or email the Admin Assistant at [email protected]

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Safety

Our front door driveway is reserved ONLY for buses. This helps to keep our students safe by reducing the risk of a student/car accident. Visitors or parents dropping off or picking up students before and after school must use the side parking lot for entering and exiting. The area along the building side of the driveway is a fire regulated NO PARKING zone. We appreciate your understanding and help to keep our students safe.

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