Schools play a major role in the growth of your family, and are often one of the most important considerations when buying a new home. To help our homeowners in Stoney Creek navigate their way through the new school options available to their growing families, we’ve put together this guide on all things education.
In our experience, nothing compares to an actual visit. Sometimes reports and stats don’t take into account the amazing teachers and staff or overall atmosphere of a school. At the end of the day different kids connect with different environments and what works for one family might be different for the next. Spend the time visiting, meeting and talking to families who already attend the school and use our info as a launching point to find the school that’s right for you. If you’re planning on visiting each school, which we highly recommend, use our handy map to plan your research.
School District
Our Lush community falls under the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB). Here’s everything you need to know about your school options, including size, extra curricular activities and sports. You can use the HWDSB’s Distance Calculator to help you determine walking or driving distances between your home and the different school options listed below.
Elementary Schools (Public and Catholic)
Billy Green Elementary School
- Address: 1105 Paramount Drive Hamilton, L8J1W2
- Phone: (905) 573-3505
- Size: 480 students
- Grade Range: JK-Gr8
- Distance from Victory/Lush: 6-minute drive
- Extra Curriculars: Go Girls Club, Yearbook, Student Council, Cross Country, Track and Field, Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Flag Football, Swimming, Kindergarten Language and Literacy in the Classroom (KLLIC), Empower Reading, Library Bookworm Reading Program,
- French: N/A
- Child Care: Part-Time, Before School & After School run by the Y.M.C.A.
- EQAO: View EQAO Results
- Sports: Baseball, Cross Country, Track and Field, Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Flag Football, Swimming
- Full-Day Kindergarten: Yes
Tapleytown Elementary School
- Address: 390 Mud St. E. Stoney Creek, ON L8J 3C6
- Phone: (905) 662-2297
- Size: approximately 500 students
- Grade Range: JK-Gr8
- Distance from Victory/Lush: 7-minute drive
- Extra Curriculars: Peer Mediation, Choir, Recorder Club, Volleyball, Floor Hockey, Track and Field, Cross Country and a number of literacy programs and clubs.
- French: N/A
- Child Care: No
The Catholic school system is also an option. Lush is part of the Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board and has the following available options for Catholic School education.
St. Paul Catholic Elementary School
- Address: 24 Amberwood St Stoney Creek, ON , L8J2H9
- Phone: (905) 578-2117
- Size: 400 students
- Grade Range: JK – Grade 8
- Distance from Victory: 6-minute drive
- Extra Curricular:
- French: N/A
- Sports: Basketball, Volleyball, Cross Country, Ice Hockey, Wrestling, Flag Football, Track & Field
- Class Size: N/A
- Full-Day Kindergarten: Yes
French Immersion
There are also a number of French Immersion schools within the boundaries of Lush and Victory to choose from.
École Élémentaire Michaëlle Jean
Address: 2121 Highway #56 Binbrook, L0R1C0
Distance from Lush/Victory: 9-minute drive
Phone: (905) 692-5436
Grades: 1 – 8
Sherwood Secondary School
Address: 25 High Street Hamilton, L8T3Z4
Distance from Lush/Victory: 13-minute drive
Phone: (905) 383-3377
Grades: 9 & 10
Westdale Secondary School
Address: 700 Main Street West Hamilton, L8S1A5
Distance from Lush/Victory: 20-minute drive
Phone:(905) 522-1387
Grades: 11 & 12
Secondary Schools
Bishop Ryan Catholic Secondary School
- Address: 1824 Rymal Road E. Hannon, ON, L0R 1P0
- Phone: (905) 573-2151
- Size: 1,500 +
- Grade Range: 9 – 12
- Distance from Lush/Victory: 9-minute drive
- Extra Curriculars: D.R.E.A.M.S Program (Dominican Republic Education and Medical Support), Robotics Team
- French: N/A
- Sports: Basket Ball, Soccer, Wrestling, Volleyball, Swimming, Football
- Class Size: 20 – 30
Saltfleet District High School
- Address: 108 Highland Road West Stoney Creek, Ontario L8J2T2
- Phone: 905.573.3000
- Size: 1,225
- Grade Range: Grade 9- 12
- Distance from Lush/Victory: 4-minute drive
- Extra Curriculars: DECA, Drama Club, Band Choir, Guitar Club, Electronics Club, Fully operational Observatory, Habitat For Humanity, Landscape projects for Nursing Homes in the area
- French: N/A
- Sports: Rugby, basketball, Football, Cross Country, Volleyball, Field Hockey, Swim Team, Waterpolo, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Track & Field, Badminton, Golf
- Class Size: 20 – 30
International Baccalaureate
The International Baccalaureate (IB) is an educational program offering international education opportunities encouraging students to value lifelong learning and develop intercultural understanding and respect. The program is offered in the HWDSB at Ancaster and Westdale Secondary Schools as a two-year program from grades 11-12. Residents of Lush and Victory fall into the IB Boundary pertaining to Westdale.
Out of Catchment Education
‘Out of Catchment’ attendance is an option as well. This means that you choose to enroll your child in a school other than one in your attendance boundary. This can be for reasons of preference, convenience or programs offered, as long as the rationale for the request is stated to the receiving school. Note that not all schools accept out of catchment students due to availability and space. You can see the list of schools in the HWDSB open to out of catchment students here. Be sure to inquire about transportation options when as well, as transportation may not be provided.
Please note: this information is subject to change. Reference the school board’s website to ensure each school’s details are still up-to-date.