French Immersion in Vernon: École Beairsto and Homes Nearby

Every home for sale near École Beairsto Elementary is shown above, straight from the MLS and updated daily. French Immersion in Vernon isn't tied to your address, so the listings above are simply homes within about 2 km of the school. Call or text Sarah, my assistant, at 604-227-4810 any time and we'll help you narrow it down.

Where to live near École Beairsto Elementary

Beairsto doesn't have an English catchment. French Immersion is a district "program of choice," open to families from every catchment. Buying close to the school just makes drop-off and walking easier. Neighbourhoods within a short drive include Alexis Park, Harwood, East Hill, Mission Hill and downtown.

About École Beairsto Elementary

In the Fraser Institute's 2026 report card (2025 test results), École Beairsto rated 7.2 out of 10, ranked 212 of 1,032 BC elementary schools, with a five-year average of 6.5. That's the third-highest rating in the Vernon area this year.

  • What it is: the school calls itself BC's largest single-track French Immersion elementary school, with about 600 to 650 students from Kindergarten to Grade 7.
  • Early French Immersion: starts in Kindergarten or Grade 1. No French at home needed, and there are no fees.
  • Late French Immersion: starts in Grade 6 for kids new to French. It moved here from Harwood.
  • How to get in: apply through the district's program of choice application in the winter window (Jan. 15 to Feb. 13 for 2026–27). If there are more applicants than spots, there's a lottery, and siblings of current students get priority.
  • Busing: French Immersion riders pay the district's program of choice rider fee.
  • Address: 3302 27th Street, Vernon.

After Grade 7

After Grade 7, students continue in French Immersion at W.L. Seaton Secondary.

See how every Vernon and Coldstream school compares in my Vernon & Coldstream Schools Guide.

Questions buyers ask me

Which schools offer French Immersion in Vernon?

Ecole Beairsto Elementary runs early French Immersion (Kindergarten or Grade 1 entry) and late French Immersion (Grade 6 entry). Students continue at W.L. Seaton Secondary for Grades 8 to 12.

Do I need to live in a certain catchment for French Immersion?

No. French Immersion is a district program of choice open to every catchment. You apply during the winter application window, and if there are more applicants than spots, the district holds a lottery with priority for siblings.

How is Ecole Beairsto rated?

Ecole Beairsto rated 7.2 out of 10 in the Fraser Institute's 2026 report card, the third-highest in the Vernon area, with a five-year average of 6.5.

Does my child need to speak French at home?

No. The district says parents don't need to speak French, and there are no fees for the program.

Selling a home in central Vernon?

If you're thinking about selling, I can tell you what your home is worth in today's market and how to market it to families shopping by school. Here are the questions sellers ask me most.

What is my home in central Vernon worth?

I'll prepare a comparative market analysis using recent sales of similar homes nearby, adjusted for your home's size, condition, updates and views. Families pay close attention to school catchments, so I'll make sure buyers know which schools your address is in. It's free and there's no obligation. Request a free home valuation or call or text Sarah, my assistant, at 604-227-4810.

Does the school catchment matter when I sell?

It can widen your pool of buyers, because many families search by school first. I list the catchment schools in your marketing and point buyers to the SD22 school locator so they can confirm it themselves.

When is the best time to list a family home?

Many families like to move over the summer so kids can start the school year in their new home, so spring is often busy. The right timing still depends on your plans and the market, and I'll walk you through it.

Should I sell before I buy my next home?

It depends on the market and your finances. Selling first gives you certainty; buying first lets you take your time. I'll help you plan the timing, including subject-to-sale offers and bridge financing options.

What does it cost to sell a home in BC?

Commission in BC is always negotiable. My standard fee is 6% on the first $100,000 of the sale price and 3% on the balance, plus GST, shared equally with the brokerage that brings the buyer. On an $800,000 sale, for example, that's $6,000 + $21,000 = $27,000 plus GST. That covers a lot of work behind the scenes, from me and from the technology I put in place, all aimed at getting you the best price and the easiest possible sale. Your other costs are legal or notary fees and any mortgage discharge costs or penalties. In BC the buyer, not the seller, pays property transfer tax. I'll give you a net-proceeds estimate before you list.

Looking for a home near École Beairsto Elementary?

I'm Sean Phillips, a REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker Executives Realty in Vernon. Call or text Sarah, my assistant, at 604-227-4810 any time to set up a tour, a same-day price check or a free home valuation. When you're ready to write an offer or list your home, call me directly at 778-363-0542.

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