Welcome to Rutherford School!
Built over 100 years ago, Rutherford attracts motivated students who are seeking an academic experience that is second to none. We are proud to offer students a rich learning environment with a proud history of achievement. With the support of our highly skilled staff and a focus on learning, students benefit from a meaningful, well-rounded elementary school experience.
Outstanding programs, excellent facilities, and a safe and productive environment await students at Rutherford. Their school experiences are memorable as they participate in a wide variety of school events, activities and fieldtrips that take learning beyond the classroom. Students strive for excellence while developing character, citizenship and leadership skills that open their eyes to a world of possibilities for them to explore!
Rutherford School is committed to ensuring that students discover their unique gifts and realize their individual potential. Our inclusive school environment values community, kindness, collaboration, and developing a growth mindset to explore, learn, and grow. We enjoy a strong partnership with our parent community and many community agencies. Our goal is to provide students with a supported academic environment where optimal learning can take place!
School Fees Update 2025-2026
School fees have been recently adjusted to meet rising costs for the 2025/26 School Year. If you have already paid your fees, thank-you. However, there will be adjustment costs added to make up the difference in payment. School fees can be both accessed and paid through Schoolzone. If you have any questions, please contact the school office at (780) 466-2891.
School Start up Information 2025-2026
Welcome to Rutherford School Community!
Whether you are a new or a returning student, we are happy to have your family registered at our school for the 2025-26 school year.
The first day of school for students in Grades 1-6 is Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Class lists have not yet been finalized. Families will receive an email from their child’s classroom teacher prior to the first day of school sharing information about what to expect on the first day of school.
To help ensure our Kindergarten students have a positive and welcoming start to their school career, we use a Staggered Entry method for all our Kindergarten students. Kindergarten students will take part in Kindergarten Orientations on Tuesday, September 2nd and Wednesday, September 3rd. If you have not received a letter with your Kindergarten Orientation date and time, please contact the school office at 780-466-2891.
School Hours:
- 8:30 am Welcome and Entry Bell
- 8:35 am Start of Morning Instruction
- 11:30 am Lunch
- 12:20 pm Assembly and Afternoon Entry Bell
- 12:25 pm Start of Afternoon Instruction
- 3:30 pm End of Day
*Early Thursdays: 2:30 pm End of Day - Early Dismissal Time on Thursdays
Communication through SchoolZone:
Our primary method of communication will be through SchoolZone: https://schoolzone.epsb.ca/cf/index.cfm
If you are new to the Division, your login and password will be sent home once logins are set up by the Division. Parents are strongly encouraged to check SchoolZone regularly for updated school news and announcements. Many teachers also use a tool called Google Classroom which will allow you to stay directly connected with the tasks your child is completing in class. Information about Google Classroom, or other communication tools, will be shared by your child’s teacher.
School Supply Lists
School Start Online Supply Kits are Now Available for Parents to Purchase
Families, you can now purchase their school supply kits directly from School Start. You may also utilize the same list to purchase your supplies locally. Remember, with School Start's online ordering option you can purchase parts of the additional section if your child already has supplies that are in good order from a previous year - please save money and the environment.
To order, families can go directly to: https://schoolstart.ca/, and click on the following:
- Parents Shop Here
- Purchase School Supply Kits
- Select Province, then City, then School
- Click "Here to Purchase"
- Lastly, click on your child's grade and proceed from there
If you need any assistance, please contact School Start at 1-800-580-1868 or via email at info@schoolstart.ca.
We are excited to be able to offer this convenient option to you this year.
Rutherford School Supply Lists
Important Dates:
Monday, September 1: Labour Day (No School)
Tuesday, September 2: First day of classes - Full day for Grade 1-6 Students & First day of Kindergarten Orientations - Staggered Entry
Wednesday, September 3: Second day of Kindergarten Orientations - Staggered Entry
Thursday, September 4 - All Kindergarten students attend school
Monday, September 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (No School)
Full in Planned Classes - Information for 2025-26 School Year
For the 2025 - 2026 school year, Rutherford School is full in planned classes in Kindergarten and Grades 2, 5 and 6 in the regular program.
A Kindergarten student who is a resident and lives in the school's attendance area may still register.
We will now only accept resident students in Grades 2, 5 and 6 whose parent(s)/legal guardian(s) have newly moved into the school’s attendance area for the regular program.
A resident student of Edmonton Public Schools has at least one parent or legal guardian living in Edmonton who is not Roman Catholic. Non-resident students can enrol in another Division school with space in planned classes.
If you are registering for Kindergarten or are new to Edmonton Public Schools, you must register online.
Calling All New Bus Riders!
All K–6 students taking the bus for the first time are invited to the Edmonton Expo Centre on Monday, August 25 for the 17th annual First Riders event. This free event is a unique hands-on opportunity for you and your child to get familiar with riding the bus before the school year begins.
Grade 7 students new to Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) and families wanting a refresher are welcome too.
Afternoon sessions run every half hour, from 1 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Evening sessions run every half hour, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Please register by August 22 to save your spot.
Pre-enrolment and registration update
Information coming soon for the 2026/2027 School Year.
Kindergarten Information
Kindergarten Information:
EPSB Kindergarten Program Description
Kindergarten Noon Yellow Bus
Enrolment Information
Rutherford School is a Level 1 school and is accepting new students for the 2025-26 school year.
NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION
If your child is new to Edmonton Public Schools, you can register for school online. Visit the Division website to learn how to register for school.
CURRENT DIVISION STUDENTS PRE-ENROL
You will need to pre-enrol on SchoolZone to tell us the school you’d like your child to attend next year. Find important dates and deadlines and learn more about pre-enrolment, which opens February 3.
Moved?
Are you an existing student and have moved? Update your child’s current address with the school office before updating it in SchoolZone prior to pre-enrolment.
If you have questions about registering for school, please do not hesitate to contact the school office at 780-466-2891.
Principal's Message
Welcome to Rutherford School!
It is with great joy and gratitude that I welcome you to a new year of learning and discovery at Rutherford School, nestled beside the beautiful Mill Creek Ravine. Every day, I am inspired by our students, staff, and families who bring energy, curiosity, and compassion into our school community.
At Rutherford, we believe in the unlimited potential of every child. Our commitment is to nurture not just academic excellence in literacy and numeracy, but also to foster growth in social skills, physical wellness, and mental health. We value authentic, hands-on learning opportunities that spark curiosity and help students see the real-world connections between what they learn and who they are becoming.
We are deeply connected to the natural world around us. With the ravine as our neighbor, we celebrate outdoor learning and use it as a classroom that fosters wonder, resilience, and reflection. Nature helps us grow not only as learners, but as stewards of our world.
As principal, I believe in fostering hope, encouraging leadership, and building a school culture rooted in kindness, inclusion, and community. We teach students to ask questions, seek meaning, and take ownership of their learning journey. Our goal is to help every student develop confidence, compassion, and the skills they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Collaboration is at the heart of our work. Together—families, staff, students, and community—we create a learning environment where every voice matters and where the wisdom of the group lifts us all. I believe strongly that working in partnership allows us to go further than we ever could alone. I am ready to work hard alongside you to celebrate successes, face challenges, and explore new paths we haven’t yet imagined.
Thank you for being part of the Rutherford community. Let’s make this year a journey of growth, discovery, and endless possibility.
With excitement and gratitude,
Stacey Mabey
Principal
Rutherford School
School Supply Lists 2025-26
School Start Online Supply Kits are Now Available for Parents to Purchase
Families, you can now purchase their school supply kits directly from School Start. You may also utilize the same list to purchase your supplies locally. Remember, with School Start's online ordering option you can purchase parts of the additional section if your child already has supplies that are in good order from a previous year - please save money and the environment.
To order, families can go directly to: https://schoolstart.ca/, and click on the following:
- Parents Shop Here
- Purchase School Supply Kits
- Select Province, then City, then School
- Click "Here to Purchase"
- Lastly, click on your child's grade and proceed from there
If you need any assistance, please contact School Start at 1-800-580-1868 or via email at info@schoolstart.ca.
We are excited to be able to offer this convenient option to you this year.
Rutherford School Supply Lists
