Lansdowne.
In the heart of the city, on the edge of Rainbow Valley and the University Farm, Lansdowne is a vibrant and wonderful community in Edmonton.
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (Amiskwaciy-wâskahikan, ᐊᒥᐢᑲᐧᒋᕀ) which lies on Treaty 6 territory, home to Niitsítpiis-stahkoii (ᖹᐟᒧᐧᐨᑯᐧ ᓴᐦᖾᐟ), Nêhiyaw-Askiy (ᓀᐦᐃᔭᐤ ᐊᐢᑭᕀ), Tsuu T’ina, and Michif Piyii (Métis).
Lansdowne School
Lansdowne School exists to facilitate Kindergarten to Grade 6 education focused on developing students into well-rounded learners. We take an open approach to learning that encourages students to be curious, engaged, motivated, and secure with themselves.
We believe in inclusive learning that supports students’ unique backgrounds and experiences. We facilitate community building within and outside of our school, and our students understand the importance of their role as community members.
We foster a welcoming environment that provides learning opportunities focused on developing well-rounded children with a global perspective. Students leave Lansdowne School with a better understanding of who they are and the confidence to pursue their interests as they move through their educational journey.
12323 51 Ave NW
Edmonton, AB T6H 0M6
(780) 434-3160
School Values
Learning — we embrace rich learning environments. Knowledge is gained through different experiences that don’t just come from books and computers. We believe learning should encompass the academic, social, creative, and physical and mental wellbeing of a student’s development.
Community — whether it’s within the walls of our school, or outside of them, fostering a culture of belonging and inclusivity is second nature at Lansdowne School.
Inclusivity — we recognize and embrace the uniqueness of each student at Lansdowne School. Diversity of background, thought, and experience makes our school a richer place to learn.
Responsibility — we are respectful, welcoming, and kind. We hold ourselves accountable and acknowledge we have a duty to be good global citizens.
Safety — Lansdowne School is a safe space. Students, teachers, staff, parents and visitors feel welcome and secure. Each member of our community feels safe to express themselves and grow and learn to achieve their best.
Lansdowne History
Lansdowne was developed on land annexed to the City of Edmonton in 1960.
Residential development proceeded through the 1960s and was nearly completed within the decade. Lansdowne offers a unique setting. The fields of the University of Alberta Farm to the north and northeast present a quiet pastoral atmosphere and the opportunity to view a rural, agricultural setting from the bicycle path through the eastern portion of the farm. Whitemud Creek Ravine, to the west, offers a natural woodland habitat, a skiing and recreational facility, and access to river valley park trails. There are apartment buildings at the southeast and northeast corners of the neighbourhood, but most housing in Lansdowne consists of executive-style single-unit homes on above-average-size lots. Residential units are 64% single-detached and 36% apartment.
The focus of the neighbourhood is a multiple-purpose educational and recreational site. Strategically placed paths and the grassy open space of a pipeline right-of-way promote pedestrian and bicycle travel through the neighbourhood.
Lansdowne was named in honour of the Earl of Lansdowne, the Governor General of Canada from 1883 to 1888.
Quoted from 2006 Census of Canada