Elementary Schools
Jack MacKenzie School is the workhorse elementary for Wascana View, serving kindergarten through grade 8. It's right in the catchment area, so odds are good your address'll fall under this school's boundaries. What makes it stand out? They've built real programs here, not just the basics. French Immersion is strong if that's your family's direction. Band starts in the upper grades, and there's a Student Leadership program that gives older kids actual responsibility—not busy work. Teachers tend to stay, which matters. The school's got good community support, active parent volunteer culture, and they actually use their facilities for after-school programs. Fair warning: like most southeast Regina schools, it's newer and still filling up, but that also means the building itself is in great shape and not falling apart.
École Wascana Plains School is your other elementary option, and it's the full French Immersion choice in the area. Located at 5125 East Green Brooks Way, it's still in southeast Regina and relatively close if immersion's your priority. It's under Regina Public Schools but operates entirely in French from K through 8, so if you're serious about raising bilingual kids, this is where to start. Commute'll be a bit longer than Jack MacKenzie, but plenty of Wascana View families make it work.
Beyond those two, you've got Catholic options nearby if your family's faith-based schooling is important. St. Gabriel School (K-8) serves the broader southeast area, and Dr. Martin LeBoldus High School (9-12) is the Catholic secondary option. Neither's directly in Wascana View, but they're accessible from here.
High Schools
This is where you'll need to check your exact address, because Regina Public Schools assigns high schools by catchment area, not by neighbourhood choice. Most of Wascana View feeds into one of the southeast-area high schools, but I'll be honest—you've got to verify with Regina Public Schools directly using their school finder tool. Plug in your address and you'll get your assigned school. What you're looking for: Does the school have the programs your teen wants? (Music, athletics, vocational options, IB, AP?) What's the commute? How's the culture? You can drive by, check out their athletics schedule, and see if there's a vibe match. Some families choose to do a transfer request to another school if there's a specific program or fit they're after—it's possible, just not automatic.
Childcare and Early Learning
If your kids aren't school age yet, Wascana View's got licensed daycare options in and around the neighbourhood. Southeast Regina's seen a lot of growth, which means more childcare has opened up, but—real talk—licensed spots are still hard to come by in Regina. Waitlists exist. If you're pregnant or planning ahead, get yourself on those lists now. You've got both in-home and centre-based options. Sandra Schmirler Leisure Centre nearby also runs some early learning and before-school programs, which can bridge the gap if you're juggling work schedules.
Family-Friendly Features
Playgrounds: Wascana View's got them. The neighbourhood was built with families in mind, so there are green spaces scattered through the area where kids can actually play without you losing your mind about traffic. Spray pad access is usually through Sandra Schmirler Leisure Centre, which is close by and a summer staple for Regina families.
Pathways: One of the nicest things about Wascana View is the pathway system. Your kids can actually bike or walk to school, to the park, or to friends' houses without crossing major roads every five seconds. That peace of mind is worth something.
Safety: Streets are quiet, designed for residential living, not cut-through traffic. You'll see families out in the evenings and on weekends. It feels safe because it's designed to be safe.
Close to Acre 21: The commercial hub's nearby, so you're not 20 minutes from a grocery store or coffee shop. Convenience matters when you've got kids.
What Parents Should Know
Catchment verification is your responsibility. Before you buy, confirm which schools your address falls under. Regina Public Schools' website has a school finder tool. Use it. Don't assume. I've had families buy a home thinking they'd be in one school's area, then realize they weren't.
Registration happens in the spring for the following fall. Mark your calendar and get in early. Popular programs fill up fast.
You're new to a younger neighbourhood. That's mostly great—newer schools, newer infrastructure. But it also means there's less established history and fewer established social circles compared to older areas. If your kids are starting school here, they'll need to make friends like everyone else is.
French Immersion waitlists are real. If that's your plan, get on the list early. Same goes for band or other specialized programs.
The east side's been growing fast. Schools are generally good here, but like any rapidly developing area, there's growth pains. Portables show up sometimes. Class sizes can fluctuate. It's not a dealbreaker, just reality.
If you've got questions about specific addresses, school assignments, or whether a particular home'll work for your family's situation, that's exactly what I'm here for. No rush, no pressure—I'll give you all the options and help you figure out what actually matters for your family. Check out what's available in Wascana View, read about what it's like living here, or explore nearby Greens on Gardiner and other east Regina neighbourhoods.
