About Us
At St. Albert Catholic School, our Catholic faith is at the heart of everything we do. Inspired by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, we provide a learning environment where students grow academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally. We celebrate the dignity of every individual and encourage students to live with faith, compassion, respect, and responsibility. Our school is a welcoming, safe, and inclusive community where every child is supported to learn, grow, and succeed.
Student well-being is a shared responsibility. We are committed to creating a safe, caring, and respectful environment where every student feels valued, both inside and outside the classroom. By working together as students, staff, and families, we foster a positive school culture that promotes kindness, belonging, and personal responsibility.
St. Albert Catholic School places a strong emphasis on mathematics, science, and technology while providing engaging learning experiences across the curriculum. Classroom learning is enriched through presentations, educational excursions, and the thoughtful integration of technology. Our staff are committed to ongoing professional learning, ensuring students benefit from innovative, research-informed teaching practices that support success for all learners.
Mission Statement
St. Albert is a school formed by Catholic beliefs and traditions. Our Mission is to educate children to their full potential by providing:
Leadership in the shared responsibility for education at St. Albert, the students, the families, our parish and the school community.
A safe and welcoming learning environment that is an example of Christian living.
Role model of the Gospel Values of our Lord and Catholic doctrines, teaching and beliefs.
Guidance in what students need to learn.
Instruction in the learning process itself.
Integration of Catholic, Christian beliefs into the total learning experience, and feedback on the students’ proficiency and performances throughout the school year.
We envision that St. Albert students:
Are formed in the Catholic faith.
Apply Christian values to life’s opportunities, challenges and choices
Pursue academic excellence.
Demonstrate relevant knowledge and ability.
Display self-esteem and self-respect.
Strive to be the best they can be.
Demonstrate skills for developing and maintaining personal and family wellness.
Demonstrate global perspective and community responsibility.
We at St. Albert Catholic School are: Christ-centered, student-focused, demonstrate a clear sense of purpose, visibly and demonstrably Catholic, empowering leadership, collaborative decision makers and innovative.
How We Meet the Diverse Needs of Our Students
At St. Albert Catholic School, we implement the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) mission of providing a Catholic education rooted in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. We value the dignity of every individual and promote responsibility, respect, and compassion as guiding principles for school life. In partnership with families and the broader community, we strive to create a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment where every student can learn, grow, and thrive.
A safe and caring school community is central to our mission. Through our Safe Arrival Program, parents and guardians are expected to notify the school of student absences, and follow-up communication is made when necessary to ensure student safety. We also work closely with families to support student health needs, including maintaining a heightened awareness of severe allergies. As such, St. Albert is a peanut-, nut-, seafood-, and shellfish-aware school. Health and safety remain a shared responsibility between home and school.
Safety procedures are in place throughout the school day. Staff are trained in first aid, supervise students during nstructional and outdoor periods, and support safe transitions, including bus dismissal. A Safe Schools Committee, with representation from staff, parents, and students, regularly reviews and promotes student well-being and school safety practices.
For security, the school is locked during the instructional day, with monitored entry through a video access system. Visitors are required to sign in at the office, ensuring a secure yet welcoming environment for all.
Clear expectations for student behaviour are taught, modelled, and reinforced throughout the year through classroom instruction, school assemblies, communications, and ongoing character education. These expectations align with the TCDSB Safe Schools Policy and reflect our commitment to fostering a respectful, responsible, and faith-filled school community.
A Model of Rigor
St. Albert Catholic School is an educational institution with a rigorous program of instruction. Our students actively explore, research, and solve complex problems to develop a deep understanding of core academic concepts.
“Rigor” does not mean more work, nor does it mean longer hours at home spent doing homework assignments. Rather, it means more time and varied opportunities for each student to develop essential learning skills and apply work habits of mind as they navigate more sophisticated and reflective learning experiences. Students weigh evidence, consider varying viewpoints, see connections, identify patterns, evaluate outcomes, speculate on possibilities and assess value.
Our School Pledge
I pledge today and every day to do my best in all I do.
I promise to do good, because it is good to do.
I will respect myself, respect others, and respect God.
I will treat others the way I want to be treated, because we all belong to God’s family.
I am here to learn all I can, to try my best, and be all I am.
I know that life is work – and I will work in all I do to be all I can!
Rigor is the process of:
Creating an environment in which each student is expected to learn at high levels.
Ensuring each student is supported so that they can learn at high levels.
Ensuring each student is expected to demonstrate learning at high levels.
Rigor means our classrooms are MOTIVATING.
Rigor means our lessons are ENGAGING.
Rigor utilizes a “GROWTH MINDSET” on a daily basis.
Rigor is something that can be LEARNED, PRACTICED, and USED in all aspects of life.
Rigor is a set of STANDARDS, PRACTICES, and EXPECTATIONS that we establish for our students and for ourselves.
The Seven Essential Survival Skills (Learning Skills and Work Habits) which we explicitly teach, practice, and learn are:
Critical Thinking and Problem-solving.
Collaboration across networks and leading by influence.
Agility and adaptability.
Initiative and entrepreneurialism.
Effective oral and written communication.
Accessing and analyzing information.
Curiosity and imagination.
Rigorous work begins with a clear message:
School work is important.
Yes, work is hard, but you can do this.
We will help you to succeed.
Life is work, but it’s worth working for.
At St. Albert Catholic School, we meet the diverse needs of all learners through differentiated instruction within the regular classroom. Teachers extend, accommodate, and modify programs as needed to support each student’s growth and success. Additional support is provided for students with exceptional learning needs to ensure equitable access to the curriculum.
Beyond academics, we are committed to the development of the whole child within a Catholic school environment. Students are encouraged to participate in athletics, arts, and co-curricular activities that build teamwork, leadership, and school spirit. House league activities take place at recess, while competitive teams include cross country, track and field, soccer, volleyball, cricket, flag football, and basketball. Students may also participate in a variety of clubs and leadership opportunities such as choir, chess club, W5H, and Tree Bee teams.
Students take part in a variety of school-wide events and celebrations, including Carnaval, Play Day, the Hallowe’en Dance-a-thon, Advent-Christmas concerts, Bingo Night, and Remembrance Day activities. Outdoor education experiences are also offered at various grade levels, including Swim to Survive (Grade 4) and multi-day excursions.
Our program offerings include Physical and Health Education, English as a Second Language (ESL)/English Language Learning (ELL), Science and Computer Studies, Vocal Music (K–6), Instrumental Music (Grades 7–8), and French as a Second Language (Grades 1–8).
Staff generously contribute their time to coach teams, lead clubs, and support extracurricular programs. Strong communication between home and school is supported through the Catholic School Parent Council (CSPC), monthly newsletters, classroom updates, and ongoing progress reporting, ensuring families remain informed and engaged in their child’s learning.
Our School History and Tradition
St. Albert Catholic School officially opened in March 1968 as an eight-room, open-concept school at its current site. In its early years, families were affiliated with both St. Lawrence and St. Rose of Lima parishes. Today, the school supports students’ spiritual development through regular liturgies, reconciliations, paraliturgies, sacramental preparation, and visits from the pastor of St. Maria Goretti Parish, with whom we are currently affiliated.
The school is named after St. Albert the Great, a 13th-century Dominican scholar, monk, and teacher known for his extraordinary intellect and commitment to faith and learning. Born in Swabia, Germany, St. Albert became a leading philosopher and theologian of his time, teaching in Cologne and Paris and serving as the teacher of St. Thomas Aquinas. He is recognized for his vast contributions to theology, philosophy, and the natural sciences, as well as for his belief in the harmony between faith and reason. St. Albert the Great died in 1280, leaving a lasting legacy as a Doctor of the Church and patron of scientists.