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!
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 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.
Often the school is asked about the lunchroom fee and what this fee is used for. This fee pays a portion of the wage for each lunchroom supervisor to watch a class of students over the lunch hour as they eat and then to supervise them on the playground after eating.
If you have any questions, please contact the school office at (780) 466-2891.
School 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.
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.
Enrolment Information
Rutherford School is a Level 1 school and is accepting new students for the 2025-26 school year.
However, 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.
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.
If you have questions about registering for school, please do not hesitate to contact the school office at 780-466-2891.
