About Us
At St. Edward Catholic School, we pride ourselves on the strong partnership that exists among the home, the school and the parish.
At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to fostering a strong Catholic environment. All students participate in religious education and family life programs, with Gospel values integrated across the curriculum.
Safe and Welcoming Environment
We strive to maintain a safe, inclusive, and welcoming school.
Our Code of Behaviour is consistently taught and reinforced.
The Safe Arrival Program, managed effectively by our secretary, ensures student safety.
Our caretakers work diligently to maintain clean and secure facilities and grounds.
Academic Focus
Our curriculum initiatives aim to strengthen:
Literacy and communication skills through enhanced reading and writing instruction.
Numeracy and mathematical understanding via targeted programs.
We also offer after-school literacy and numeracy support to help students reach their full potential.
Student Success and Support
We are committed to providing opportunities, hope, and dignity for every student.
Our English-Language Learner (ELL) and Special Education programs support diverse learning needs.
Students come from a wide range of linguistic, cultural, and educational backgrounds, and we tailor support accordingly.
Technology Integration
Our Computer Lab, equipped with new and donated computers, helps students build essential tech skills.
Intermediate students use technology regularly for presentations and projects.
Environmental Stewardship
St. Edward is home to a Peace Garden, funded by the Canada Trust Friends of the Environment Foundation.
It features native plants and attracts local bird species.
Maintained by parents, staff, and students, it reflects our commitment to environmental education.
Co-Curricular and Extracurricular Activities
We offer a wide range of enriching activities coordinated by staff and parents, including:
Sports: Volleyball, hockey, swimming, softball, soccer, cross-country, track and field.
Clubs and Events: Chess, W5H, public speaking, choir, band, skating, karate, Carnival.
Enrichment: Authors, Artists-in-Schools, Scientists in School, charity drives, and excursions.
School History
St. Edward Catholic School proudly upholds a nearly 100-year tradition of family, community, and faith. Originally located beside St. Edward Church at Yonge and Greenfield, the school moved to Eddfield Avenue in 1985, and later to its current location at 1 Botham Road. The parish church is now situated on Churchill Avenue.
The Toronto Catholic District School Board acquired the Botham Road site—formerly an Anglican convent—to build a new elementary school for 425 students. Nestled atop the Don Valley, the site features rich vegetation and wildlife. The school building was designed as a pavilion among mature trees, blending naturally with its surroundings.
Our Patron Saint
Our school is named after St. Edward the Confessor, the patron of our parish. An 11th-century English king, St. Edward was known for promoting monastic life and founding Westminster Abbey, where he is buried. Celebrated for his healing abilities, he was canonized in 1161.