Our School

Leonardo Da Vinci Academy is an elementary private school that aims to instill a love of learning and challenge students to develop their whole potential in a manner inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci. In keeping with Plato's concept of an 'Academy', the school embraces the Montessori methodology to nurture the growth of life long learners and independent thinkers and to promote "Thinking Like Leonardo". Leonardo Da Vinci Academy is a leading private school in Toronto that offers exceptional schooling for children from Preschool to Grade 8 - the formative years. The school has a well rounded programme of studies including Italian, French, Art and Music. The Academy features Casa and Lower Elementary Montessori programmes and an authentic Italian immersion 'Scuola Materna' preschool.

Philosophy and Mission Statement

“The Leonardo Da Vinci Academy aims to instill a love of learning and to challenge students to develop their whole potential in the manner inspired by Leonardo. The goal is to nurture the growth of responsible individuals who are rooted in their heritage, in balance with their world, and secure on the path to self-knowledge within a Catholic setting.”

Leonardo Da Vinci Academy of Arts and Sciences aims to assist in the formation of well-rounded, responsible individuals, promote academic excellence and encourage self-esteem within a healthy Catholic environment. 

Specific objectives include:

1. To promote whole-brain thinking, problem solving and an approach to learning inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci.

2. To instill a genuine respect for self, family, and the environment.

3. To stimulate creativity and provide cultural enrichment.

4. To promote a deep appreciation for the Italian heritage within a Canadian context. 

5. To instill a profound vision of life as inspired by the Gospel.