To help support families and students through the closure of Elizabeth Ziegler PS, we’ve prepared answers to a selection of frequently asked questions. We will continue to update this web page as information becomes available.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About the Closure of Elizabeth Ziegler PS
The decision to close Elizabeth Ziegler Public School has been made based on direction from professional staff and structural engineers to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff.
Based on the current assessment by the structural engineering firm retained by the board, we are not able to occupy any part of the Elizabeth Ziegler PS building. The report from the structural engineering firm retained by the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) confirms that we will not have occupancy of Elizabeth Ziegler Public School for the 2025-26 school year.
Read the full Elizabeth Ziegler Public School Final Structural Assessment in PDF format.
School closures are disruptive for students and families and we appreciate everyone’s understanding during this difficult time. We are committed to keeping families up to date, as information becomes available.
Our goal is to reopen Elizabeth Ziegler PS for September 2027.
Based on the current assessment by the structural engineering firm retained by the board, we are not able to occupy any part of the Elizabeth Ziegler PS building. The report from the structural engineering firm retained by the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB) confirms that we will not have occupancy of Elizabeth Ziegler Public School for the 2025-26 school year.
Based on the recommendations from the structural assessment report, the WRDSB will proceed with restoring and repairing the original structure. The WRDSB is committed to moving forward with this project in a timely manner.
We remain committed to keeping the Elizabeth Ziegler and Sandowne Public School communities informed as this work progresses.
Read the full Elizabeth Ziegler Public School Final Structural Assessment in PDF format.
Based on the recommendations from the structural assessment report, the WRDSB will proceed with restoring and repairing the original structure. The school remains closed as we work to repair and restore the building. The school is expected to open in September 2027.
We remain committed to keeping the Elizabeth Ziegler and Sandowne Public School communities informed as this work progresses.
Read the full Elizabeth Ziegler Public School Final Structural Assessment in PDF format
At this time we cannot occupy any part of the Elizabeth Ziegler Public School building, and as a result staff and students will not be able to remain at this location for the 2025-26 school year.
We have engaged with the Ministry of Education and they provided direction to use our school condition improvement (SCI) funding to support this project.
Learn more about the WRDSB budget.
No, the parking lot at Elizabeth Ziegler PS will be closed to support the repair, restoration and enhancement of the school. Information about other parking options in the area can be found on the City of Waterloo website.