As per Policy 20, the District also analyzed the surplus impacts to adult education and early learning. 

Adult Education

Enrolment in VSB Adult Educational Programming has declined during the past decade in alignment with the overall provincial trend. The VSB has two adult learning centers that are centrally located to provide convenient access to adult learners. In consideration of its location, the QEA site will not be required to accommodate adult programs in the future. 

Early Learning

VSB offers early learning through its StrongStart program. Funded by the Ministry of Education and Child Care, StrongStart is a free drop-in program for preschool children, ages zero to five years old. StrongStart provides a rich learning environment, designed for early learning development. Qualified early childhood educators lead learning activities where children find opportunities to make friends and interact with others of similar ages. The overall learning experience is shared as parents and caregivers attend with their children and are encouraged to get involved in activities like telling stories, playing games and serving healthy snacks.  

There are 19 StrongStart programs operating in elementary schools across Vancouver. Currently the Ministry of Education and Child Care is not funding new Strong Start programs. If funding becomes available, the program will not be offered at QEA as the District would place the program in a school with a larger community hub.