Construction begins on new JK-Grade 8 school in Breslau

Posted Sep 15, 2026 06:43:48 AM.

Shovels are officially in the ground for the new public elementary school coming to Breslau.

An official groundbreaking was held Monday at the site of the new Breslau-Hopewell Crossing Elementary School on 95 Loxleigh Lane.

Construction is expected to last until next September, with the hopes of being classroom ready for students on the first day of school next year.

The school is set to be named in the coming months.

“We are excited to celebrate this important milestone with the Breslau community,” said Scott Miller, WRDSB Chief Executive Officer.

“This investment will create a modern, inclusive learning environment where students can learn, grow and build connections. We are grateful for the continued investment and partnership that will help this growing community thrive for generations to come.”

*Groundbreaking at new Breslau-Hopewell Crossing Elementary School on 95 Loxleigh Lane (WRDSB)*

The new school will be the learning grounds for around 611 children in Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8.

It will also house a child care centre with four rooms. The province invested $32.5 million into the new school.

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