About Us
St. Nicholas of Bari Catholic School aspires to cultivate an inclusive community of excellence that is rooted in faith, growth, respect and belonging.
Mission Statement
Rooted in faith and community, at St. Nicholas of Bari we endeavor to nurture each child’s academic, spiritual, and personal growth in a supportive and inclusive Catholic environment.
Through strong partnerships with families, stakeholders, and our faith community, we are committed to enriching the educational experiences of our students so that they may grow and graduate as developing individuals, guided by love, justice and hope, who embody the Catholic Graduate Expectations.
How We Meet the Diverse Needs of Our Students
Our student body, ranging from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8, represents many diverse cultures, which automatically enrich the school experience for all students.
To best address the needs of all our students so that they may develop to the best of their potential, in addition to nurturing strong relationships between home, school and parish, and delivering the mandated Ontario Curriculum, we enrich our students’ school experience by focusing on the following:
Strong focus on Language and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)
Core French (Grade 1-8)
Music Programs: Vocal Music (JK-6), Instrumental (Grade 7-8) and Choir
Additional student supports (Special Education, Kindergarten Language Program, Guidance, Social Work, Psychology, and Speech and Language Personnel)
Co-curricular (outdoor curriculum, excursions) and extra-curricular activities (leadership team, sports, competitions, W5H, music performances)
Liturgies, celebrations, activity days, charity drives and music festivals
A universal Student Nutrition Program (SNP)
Before and After School Programs
A Catholic School Parent Council (CSPC) who collaborates with the school to support our students, staff, families, and the initiatives in the School Equity and Improvement Plan and Safe School Plan
Engaged parents who volunteer their time and expertise to enhance student knowledge building and participation in special events
School History and Tradition
In 1972, approval was granted by the Toronto Catholic District School Board (formerly the Metropolitan Separate School Board) to build a Catholic school named St. Nicholas of Bari.
In its early years, the school community was composed primarily of Italian families who had recently immigrated to Canada. Over time, the school community has evolved significantly. While families of Portuguese heritage continue to represent a significant portion of the community, many families of Spanish heritage from Central and South America have also joined the St. Nicholas of Bari community. Today, the student population reflects a rich diversity of cultural backgrounds.