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At St. Anselm Catholic School, we pride ourselves on the strong partnership that exists among the home, the school and the parish.

• Our Namesake: St. Anselm

  • We are named after St. Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury (c. 1033–1109).

  • We celebrate his feast day on April 21.

  • St. Anselm was born in Aosta, Italy, and was renowned for his deep faith, intellectual curiosity, and commitment to learning.

  • As a theologian, philosopher, and Church leader, he is remembered for his pursuit of “faith seeking understanding.”

  • His commitment to scholarship, wisdom, and courage continues to inspire our school community.

  • His legacy remains an important part of our school’s rich Catholic tradition.

St. Anselm is a small school located in the Leaside area of Toronto. Our philosophy is based on the fundamental principal of fostering positive feelings of self-worth in the people. We take Pride in our school. We expect that all students will Participate in the school community, assume Responsibility for their actions, show Initiative, test themselves with Dignity and demonstrate concern for our Environment.

• September - Hospitality

• October - Gratitude

• November - Peacemaking

• December - Charity

• January - Courage

• February - Love

• March - Forgiveness

• April - Justice

• May - Compassion

• June - Faithfulness

Our school contributes critically to the formation of our children in their faith life. In partnership with the home and parish, our students grow in knowledge of prayer, scripture and Catholic teaching.

• We weave Gospel values and the teachings of the Catholic Church into every aspect of school life.

• We provide Religious Education, Family Life programs, and faith-based learning to support students’ spiritual growth and strengthen their Catholic faith.

• Throughout the year, we participate in:

  • Liturgical celebrations

  • Food drives

  • Daily prayer

  • Acts of service

• We welcome regular visits from our parish priest and Rosary group.

• We strengthen the partnership among home, school, and parish through shared faith and community activities.

• We incorporate enrichment activities into our regular classroom programming.

• Our Catholic School Parent Council (CSPC) provides financial support for enrichment opportunities.

• We benefit from significant involvement and support from our local community.

• Enrichment experiences include:

  • School trips

  • Visiting theatrical groups

  • Visiting science groups

• These activities provide students with engaging opportunities to extend and enhance their classroom learning.

• We are committed to providing inclusive learning opportunities that support the diverse needs of all our students.

• We use differentiated instruction, accommodations, and program modifications to support students in the learning environment that best promotes their success.

• Our School-Based Support Team works collaboratively with families and specialized staff to:

  • Identify student learning needs

  • Develop appropriate strategies and supports

  • Determine when additional assessments or interventions may be beneficial

• Students with exceptional learning needs may receive support from:

  • Special education teachers

  • Educational assistants

  • Other specialized staff

• Supports may be provided through classroom-based programming or in small-group settings.

• Students formally identified as Gifted attend a specialized program once a week at St. Monica Catholic School.

• We have a fixed attendance boundary established by the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB).

• We can only register students who live within our designated attendance area.

• Students who live outside our attendance boundary are not eligible for registration.

• We do not maintain a waitlist for students outside our designated attendance area.

Our History

• We opened in September 1939 with two classrooms.

• Our first principal was Miss Mary Breen.

• We expanded over the years with additions built in 1943, 1947, and 1951.

• Our library and gymnasium were added in 1966.

• In 1997, the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) approved funding to replace the 1938 and 1943 wings with a new two-storey addition.

• During construction, our students were temporarily relocated to 1107 Avenue Road, which later became the location of Marshall McLuhan Catholic Secondary School.

• Our staff and students returned to our newly built and renovated school in May 1998.

Our Namesake

• We are named after St. Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury.

• We look to St. Anselm as a role model for our students, reflecting qualities of courage and outstanding scholarship.

Our Catholic Community

• We have a long tradition of excellence and maintain strong ties with St. Anselm Catholic Church.

• We celebrate Mass monthly as an important part of our school community.

  Each classroom teacher takes responsibility for organizing a monthly Mass, helping students actively participate in our Catholic faith.