Elementary Schools
École W.S. Hawrylak School is the anchor here. It's a public K-8 school right in the neighbourhood, and honestly, it's the main reason a lot of families choose Richmond Place. About 702 students total—so it's big enough to have real programs but not so massive that your kid's just a number. What makes Hawrylak special is the dual-track setup. You've got your straight English program, but they also run French Immersion, and they do it well. Around 250 kids are in the French stream, so it's not tiny. If French Immersion is on your radar, this is a solid choice. You won't get the "we're undersized and experimental" vibe you might at a newer school. The staff there know what they're doing.
The school's right on Assiniboine Avenue East, so depending on where you live in Richmond Place, it might be a five-minute walk or a fifteen-minute one. Most families can get there on foot or bike, which is nice when your kids get old enough to go alone.
St. Dominic Savio School is your Catholic option, and it's actually within the neighbourhood boundaries—very walkable if that matters to your family. It's an elementary school with a smaller enrollment than Hawrylak, so if you prefer a tighter-knit feel or want a Catholic education, this is available without leaving the area. Both schools have solid reputations, and parents I've talked to are generally happy with what their kids are getting.
I'll be straight with you: catchment areas can shift, and enrolment policies change. Before you commit to buying here specifically for a school, verify current catchments with Regina Public Schools or the Catholic school division. I can point you to the right people if you need that clarification.
High Schools
Richmond Place is close enough to several good options, though you're not sitting next to a high school like you would in some neighbourhoods. Campbell Collegiate is the public option most families from here feed into. It's accessible—not a long commute—and it's a solid, well-established school with decent sports programs and academic options. If your teenagers want athletics, Campbell's got that covered.
If you're Catholic, you've got Dr. Martin LeBoldus High School and Archbishop M.C. O'Neill, both of which are workable from Richmond Place. It's really a matter of what matters to your family—academics, athletics, size, or faith community.
The commute from here isn't brutal, but it's worth knowing that you're not walking to high school. Most families are driving or the kids are transit-dependent. If that's a deal-breaker, it's worth saying so now.
Childcare and Early Learning
This is the real talk section. Finding licensed childcare in Regina—anywhere in Regina—is tight right now. Richmond Place doesn't have a specific shortage compared to other east-side neighbourhoods, but I won't pretend you'll find something instantly. Waitlists exist. Some daycares operate in homes (licensed), some are centre-based. Your best bet is registering with multiple facilities early and being flexible about timing.
There are licensed daycares in and around the neighbourhood, but I'd honestly recommend talking to other parents here and getting current names. Things change fast in childcare, and I'd rather point you toward parents who can tell you what it's actually like right now than guess based on last year's information. I can connect you with people who've been through this recently.
Family-Friendly Features
Richmond Place is a neighbourhood where you see kids outside. The streets are genuinely quiet enough that you're not white-knuckling every time your kid rides a bike. There are green spaces and pathway connections—your family can actually get around on foot or bike without fighting major traffic. That matters more than you'd think.
The neighbourhood's got playgrounds, and there's access to spray pads during summer. It's not like you're next to a massive recreation facility, but the basics are there. If your kids want structured programming or sports leagues, you're looking at some drives to facilities elsewhere in the city, but that's true for most residential neighbourhoods in Regina.
Safety-wise: Richmond Place is a quiet area. It feels safe. That's not marketing speak—that's what the neighbourhood is actually like. Families let their kids roam more here than in busier areas, and they do it without paranoia.
What Parents Should Know
Catchment zones matter. Even though Hawrylak's your closest school, your actual address determines your catchment. Verify before you buy. Email Regina Public Schools if you're unsure.
Registration happens fast. If you're moving mid-year, get on school registration early. It's not usually a crisis, but waiting until August to enrol a kindergartener is stressful.
French Immersion waitlists exist. Hawrylak's French program is popular. If that's essential to your family plan, ask the school about waitlist timelines now.
The neighbourhood is mature. That's good news for trees and established communities. It's worth knowing that housing stock is older (mostly '80s and '90s builds), so if you're looking for new-build efficiency, you're not getting it here. Families seem happy with that trade-off.
You're near the university. The University of Regina campus is close by, so during student season, you might notice a bit more traffic in certain pockets. It's not overwhelming, but it's real.
Richmond Place works for families because it's a real neighbourhood—not a marketing tagline, but actual streets where kids play and parents know their neighbours. The schools are solid, the feel is safe, and you're not paying downtown prices for it. No rush, no pressure, but if you want to explore what's available here, I'll give you all the options. Check out homes available in Richmond Place, read about what it's actually like living here day-to-day, or compare it with nearby Varsity Park and other east Regina neighbourhoods.
