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Island Public/Natural Science SchoolADDRESS: 30 Centre Island Pk, Toronto, ON
M5J 2E9PHONE NUMBER: (416) 393-1910EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]: http://schoolweb.tdsb.on.ca/islandGRADE RANGE: JK to 6
A Unique OutdoorEducationEnvironmentIsland Public/NaturalScience School issituated on CentreIsland which is part ofthe Toronto Islands Parksystem. The school issurrounded by naturalgrasses, trees, LakeOntario and ponds. Thisunique outdoor settinglends itself to studentsbeing closely in touchwith the nature. It is verycommon for studentsto view deer, eagles,ducks, swans andraccoons, to name afew.
Give Respect - Get Respect
The Island Public/Natural Science School dates back to 1888. It islocated a short ferry ride from the city on the Toronto Islands at 30Centre Island Park.Three programs are run from the school: a Kindergarten to Grade6 Day School that services the Island & Harbourfront community,a residential Outdoor Ed. program for up to 60 students in Grades5 and 6, and a non-profit daycare: Gibraltar Day Nursery. Dayschool students are transported to the school by ferry and schoolbus. We have 11 classes which includes the Full-dayKindergarten program which are supported by Music, CoreFrench, Physical And Health Education, Media Literacy, Dance &Drama and Special Education. The outdoor ed. program offers athree day two over-night excursion.
Building a Respectful SchoolClimateAt the Island Public/Natural ScienceSchool we strive to meet theindividual needs of students bycreating a learning environment thatfosters a feeling of self-worth andsecurity, a love of learning, and aformat for conflict resolution. This is achieved by continuouslystriving to strengthen our partnership between parents and thecommunity. We also develop respect and responsibility throughstudent leadership and team building, student interest clubs andcharacter trait assemblies.
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EcoSchoolsAs socially responsible citizens it is our task to find solutions totoday's environmental concerns. We are committed to continuingour EcoSchools program wherestudents demonstrate leadership through student-led assemblies,visiting classrooms and making announcements. We are currentlya Platinum ECO School.
Student LeadershipStudent leadership is a significant proponent at the IslandPublic/Natural Science School. Under the direction of staff, Grade4, 5 and 6 students are encouraged to work in conjunction with'Free the Children' and undertake a yearly project that will benefitchildren locally and globally in developing countries.
Student Interest Extra Curricular ActivitiesAt the Island Public/Natural Science School we take pride on thegreat number of extra curricular activities and events that we offerour students. As a teaching and support staff of 16, a number ofoptions are offered to students: choirs, athletics, intramurals,coding, lego, arts, reading, math clubs to name a few.
Putting Technology into the Hands of StudentsThe use of technology is prevalent within and outside of our schoollives. The Island Public/Natural Science School school-wide wifiaccess allows students to access technology throughout the daywhen necessary. Our Primary classrooms and Library/ResourceCentre have SMART-Board Technology to assist with studentlearning.
Additional Features● Warm and Engaging Classrooms● Integrated Technology● Active School Council● Walk to School Days
● Dedicated Staff● Mid-Morning Meal &Hot Lunch Program● Proud to be a Platinum Eco School● Ongoing Staff Development
For a list of all programs that are also offered visit http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=5236&schoolId=1339
Student Life - Where You Belong
Island Public/Natural Science School is an exciting andengaging place to be. The geographic location, setting andits size provide a unique opportunity to foster environmentalethics and global awareness using the curriculum and thenatural resources at hand. These three factors are also whatcreates a genuine and inclusive school community.A typical day in the life of a student at the IslandPublic/Natural Science School begins one of two ways. Students living on the Island take the Ward's Island schoolbus to the school. Students living on the city side begin theirday by taking the ferry across to catch the school bussesthat take them to school. Students return the same way.When at school students are engaged in active hands-onlearning, student-led inquiry and participate in a myriad ofextra-curricular activities. Students are sure to find a placewhere they can learn a new skill or share their passion withother students. Staff and students have a shared sense ofresponsibility for the welfare and well-being of all of ourstudents and this is fostered through cross-grade learningbuddies.
What Sets Us Apart
Our unique location and small community allows us to prideourselves on creating an inclusive, positive and caring placefor students. Our amazing School Council is dedicatedto supporting the many school happenings. Our School Community thinks you should know that thesethings are what sets us apart:
• We take a ferry and a bus to school;• We aren't surrounded by buildings; we are
surrounded by nature;• We have no fences and a HUGE playground;• We support 'Free the Children';• We have animals visit us and sometimes take our
lunch bags;• We have a very peaceful environment and take
nature walks in the woods;• We are very safe and have a great community;• We have a spectacular view of the beach and the
lake.• The Island Public/Natural Science School is a very
inclusive community.
Parent and Community Engagement
We have an engaged parent community who are encouraged to beactively involved in the school. Our School Council provides avehicle for parents to provide input into the school. They also playan active role in fundraising for the school that supports theimplementation of the school improvement plan. ParentVolunteers support both classroom and school-wide programs andevents.We collaborate with: Community and social agencies, includingPolice, Public Health, and Ferry Service. Parks and Recreation area key partner in supporting our school by providing leadership andguidance in the ongoing naturalization of the school area. Also, wework in partnership with Parks and Public Health with regards to theOne-on-One Mentoring program that supports students.
Imagine a TDSB where all schools share a common core set of characteristics. They arecommunity-driven and focused on teaching and learning. Students and parents have a wide variety ofopportunities and there are enough students in every school to increase program choices. Imagine there is a clear focus on achieving student success and every student is engaged, has a voice,access to a caring adult and the opportunity to develop their full potential. Here at the TDSB our focus is on student achievement, parent and community engagement and financialstability.
Contact Information
SCHOOL NAME: Island Public/Natural Science SchoolADDRESS: 30 Centre Island Pk, Toronto, ON
M5J 2E9TELEPHONE: (416) 393-1910EMAIL: [email protected]
