Our school serves the community bounded by York Street on the east, Stadium Road on the west between Lakeshore Blvd and Queens Quay West. We are a diverse population including grades from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8. Ours is an inclusive approach to education and schooling, for which we have received recognition from the Toronto Community Living Association and the Director of Education of Canada's largest school board.
Our Mission
High expectations for all of our students. We believe they can all be successful. We have a positive school culture where well-being is a priority for students and staff. We ensure that we listen to student voice and value the identity of each student. We have built strong relationships with our parents in supporting our students’ learning and we appreciate the collaboration of our School Council in supporting student success.
Interesting Feature
Location
The Waterfront School first opened its doors in September 1997. Our location at the foot of Bathurst Street, places us in a unique situation at the edge of the re-vitalized Toronto Waterfront close to the heart of the city. Our award winning building has been featured in architectural magazines across Canada. One of the benefits of this unique location is the partnership and expanded learning opportunities available. We are an integral part of the community by the water.
More Information about The Waterfront School
Character Education
Each month the Toronto District School Board highlights a Character Trait. We have co-created with our students, what the character trait each month looks like in our school. On our morning announcements, we share these expectations with all of our school to build on our positive environment.
Curriculum Goals
- Literacy across the grades
- Professional Learning Communities that focus on Student Learning
- Balanced and effective literacy programs
- Balanced and effective mathematics program
- Focus on problem-solving, reasoning and communication
- Integrated programming
- Special Education support programs
- Enhanced up-to-date textbooks and learning resources
Kindergarten
Kindergarten is a big step in your child's life. We make the transition a wonderful experience for your child and a reassuring decision for you. A safe and welcoming Kindergarten, coupled with balanced academic and social programs, provides the best foundation to nurture your child's abilities.
Feed a Student Nourish a Mind
At Waterfront we provide a nutritious morning meal nutrition program to all students. A child needs to be nourished in order for the mind to learn. Supported by the Toronto Foundation for Student Success, we also request monthly contributions from our parents as well as donations from our community partners. Every child, every day receives a morning snack.
Additional Features
- Fully accessible and barrier free
- Active Parent School Council
- Smart Board Technology
- Family Oriented Atmosphere
- Multicultural and Diverse
- Monthly Recognition Awards
- Dynamic and Enthusiastic
- Toronto Schools on the Move
Student Life - Where You Belong
The Waterfront School supports the arts through many different venues. Visual arts, dance, drama and music instruction throughout the curriculum in all grades as well as through field trips. Students are engaged in ECO activities throughout the year as well as the The Terry Fox Run, Food Drive for Fort York Food Bank. Our athletic teams include basketball, cross-country, soccer, volleyball and track and field.
What Sets Us Apart
The Waterfront School has been recognized by the Toronto Occasional Teachers Local as the as the School of Excellence. These awards recognize the support and respect shown to the Occasional Teachers who work in our school. As soon as you walk through the front doors of the school, you are aware of our warm, welcoming, family atmosphere.
Parent and Community Engagement
Our active School Council collaborates with us to increase student success. Their moto is: "Together We Are Better." We welcome volunteers to help with our Morning Meal program. We are very appreciative of our parent volunteers. Some of our community partners include: Waterfront Regeneration Project, Fort York, The Music Garden, local co-ops, CFMT-TV, Metro and Marine Police, Parks and Recreation, The Pier Museum, Toronto Raptors, The Waterfront Neighbourhood Community Centre, St. Stephen's Childcare, City School Alternative Secondary School, Harbourfront (Arts) Centre, Arcadia Co-op, The National Ballet, Toronto Public Health and Bathurst Quay Neighbourhood.
