Have Your Say: School Catchment & Pathway Review - Phase 1

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As our communities grow and we prepare for the opening of a new secondary school in Langford, the Sooke School District is reviewing school catchment boundaries and pathways to support future enrolment and school capacity needs.

Phase 1 of the review focuses on understanding the values and priorities that should guide future school planning. This survey does not ask you to select specific school boundaries or pathways.

Before completing the survey, we encourage you to watch the short video below. It provides background on the review, explains why we're asking these questions, and outlines how your feedback will help inform future planning.

Watch the video, then share your feedback through the survey below.

TAKE THE SURVEY

For a full overview of the review process and timeline, visit: Introduction to the District Catchment and Pathway Review.

What's Next? Phase 1 Public Town Hall

Join us for a public town hall to learn more about potential changes to school catchment boundaries and pathways and ask questions.

Time: 6:30–8:00 p.m.

Attend: Online or in person.

Event details, including the in-person location and a link to join online, will be posted soon on our website calendar. Please check back for updates.

Overview of Catchment and Pathway Review Timeline

DateWhat's happening
October 26 – November 6, 2026Public Survey Phase 1: Share what matters most to you when considering school catchment boundaries and pathways.
November 6–13, 2026The District reviews survey results and community priorities.
November 16, 2026Public Town Hall Phase 1: Learn about potential changes and ask questions. Attend online or in person, 6:30–8:00 p.m.
November 23 – December 4, 2026Public Survey Phase 2: Initial proposed boundaries and pathways feedback
January 25, 2027Community Open House Phase 2: Review proposed boundaries and provide feedback at Royal Bay Secondary, 6:30–8:00 p.m.
January 28, 2027Community Open House Phase 2: Review proposed boundaries and provide feedback at Spencer Middle School, 6:30–8:00 p.m.
February – March 2027The District reviews community feedback and reports back to the Board of Education on suggested changes.
Spring 2027The Board of Education decides on new catchment boundaries and when changes will take effect.
Late Spring/Early Summer 2027Phase 3: Communication of new catchment boundaries and pathway changes to public.