About Us
At St. Antoine Daniel Catholic School, we pride ourselves on providing a positive learning environment for all our students where they are nurtured academically, physically and spiritually through our faith-based curriculum and caring Catholic environment.
St. Antoine Daniel offers a full range of programs and services. Our staff are dedicated and caring professionals who maintain the highest level of excellence. Our school is renowned for its long tradition of caring, community, academic excellence and athletic prowess. Students can become involved in leadership opportunities and clubs such as: Student Council, Choir, The W5H team, Chess Team, Prime Mentors, Me to We, to mention but a few. Bus transportation is provided along specific routes.
We have a strong and active link with our parish, St. Edward the Confessor Church. We celebrate monthly Mass as a community and our students are prepared for the sacraments of First Communion, Reconciliation and Confirmation. Our active Catholic School Parent Council (CSPC) continues to forge strong links with home, school and parish. We have always been a community school.
How We Meet the Diverse Needs of Our Students
St. Antoine Daniel Catholic School is committed to providing a Catholic education rooted in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. We strive to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where students grow spiritually, academically, socially, and emotionally.
Student well-being is supported through a Safe Arrival Program and a Code of Behaviour that promotes self-discipline, respect, responsibility, and care for others and the environment.
To meet the diverse needs and interests of our students, we offer:
Early intervention and targeted learning supports.
Special education and gifted/enrichment programs.
Vocal and instrumental music programs.
Technology-integrated learning opportunities.
English as a Second Language (ESL) support.
Participation in Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) athletics, W5H, public speaking, and other inter-school events.
Regular parent engagement and information sessions.
St. Antoine Daniel Catholic School is a vibrant learning community supported by dedicated staff, engaged students, supportive families, an active Catholic School Parent Council, and a caring community. We are committed to nurturing each student's spiritual, academic, social, artistic, physical, and personal growth within a faith-filled environment. Daily prayer, Scripture reflection, the National Anthem, and monthly Virtues assemblies help strengthen our Catholic identity and celebrate students who model Gospel values.
Providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment is central to our mission. Our school safety practices include student safety patrols, supervised arrival and dismissal, Safe Arrival procedures, and secure visitor protocols. We work closely with families to support student health and well-being, including maintaining a peanut-aware environment and responding to individual medical needs.
Literacy and numeracy are key priorities, supported by a curriculum grounded in Catholic values and aligned with Ontario curriculum expectations. We are committed to meeting the diverse needs of all learners through English as a Second Language (ESL) services, special education supports, enrichment opportunities, and programs that recognize students' unique strengths and abilities. In partnership with families and the wider community, we strive to ensure excellence, equity, and success for every student.
Our School History and Tradition
St. Antoine Daniel Catholic School opened in 1970 as St. Daniel School, welcoming 126 students to an eight-classroom, open-concept building. As the North York community grew and evolved, so did the school. In 1988, the building was renovated to replace its open-concept design with enclosed classrooms, and our school continued to embrace new technologies and meet the changing needs of its diverse community.
In 1984, our school was renamed St. Antoine Daniel Catholic School in honour of St. Antoine Daniel, the Jesuit missionary who served the Huron people and became one of the Canadian Martyrs.
Throughout our history, St. Antoine Daniel has maintained strong partnerships with our parish and families. The Catholic School Parent Council (CSPC) continues to play an active role in supporting school initiatives, strengthening the collaborative spirit that remains a defining feature of the school community.