We offer a full range of programs from Kindergarten to Grade 12, and also have programs for pre-schoolers and adult learners.

  • There are more than 14,700 students enrolled in the district
  • 28 elementary schools (K – 7)
  • 6 secondary schools (Grades 8 to 12)
  • 1 Distributed Learning school – Island ConnectED (K – 12)
  • Secondary Learning Alternatives School
  • Approximately 2,200 employees
  • Population of district (2021 Census): 132,623
  • A consolidated budget of $166 million

General communications inquiries about Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools, reach out to our district contact here.

Our Goals
  • Continuous improvement of instruction and assessment
  • Safe, caring and healthy learning and working environment that is inclusive of the diversity of our entire learning community
  • To be a leader in environment stewardship and sustainability
  • Truth and reconciliation