In September of 1987, Lester B. Pearson Elementary School opened its doors to about 125 Senior Kindergarten to Grade 3 students. On February 18, 1988, Lester B. Pearson's son Geoffrey Pearson and his wife, Patricia Pearson Hannah were the guests of honour at the Official Opening ceremony of the school. In the following years, Grade 4 and 5 programs where added and the school's enrolment increased so much that the school needed larger quarters. During the summer of 2003, LBP relocated to its present location, at 7 Snowcrest Avenue. Since then, our programs have continued to expand to include grades 6, 7 and 8. Now, Lester B. Pearson is one of two Senior Kindergarten to Grade 8 French Immersion Centers in the TDSB.
Our Parent and Community Involvement
Lester B. Pearson Elementary School is a very special school because of the high level of parent involvement. A large cadre of volunteers share their time, expertise and talent on a regular basis. A dedicated School Council meets regularly to assist and support our school community (its students, its families and its educators). Lester B. Pearson is also the home of Petit Pearson Childcare. Petit Pearson Childcare offers before and after school programs for school age students and half-day programs for Senior Kindergarten students.
What Sets Us Apart
Daily life at Lester B. Pearson is infused by school spirit and pride, and a clear focus on making school a positive experience for all our students. Our school places Student Leadership as a key focus of everyday school life. From coordinating daily announcements, organizing school events and clubs, playing an important role in decision-making, partaking in the School Action Team, the voice of LBP students is valued in our school. Our Student Council is comprised of many self-elected Gr. 6 through 8 students who are members of the Healthy and Active Schools Committee, School Spirit and House Development Committee, or the Local and Global Issues Awareness and Fundraising Committee.
Student Life - Where You Belong
Our school is a French Immersion Center that provides an enriching French language speaking and learning environment for all students. Our House System fosters relationships between younger and older students, provides mentorship and leadership opportunities for older students and creates a safe and caring school culture. Every student is a member of one of our 20 house groups that meet every Day 10 and participate in school community events together as a multi-aged group. In addition to Sports teams, Student Council and Bands, students also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of special events and clubs that support the Arts (e.g., Origami Club, Student Talent Show), Sports (e.g., Volleyball Club), and the Environment (e.g., ECO Club).
More Information about Lester B Pearson Elementary School
Our Students, Our Bright Future
It is our commitment to continue to provide each of our students with a safe, learning-focused and nurturing environment where they can reach their fullest academic potential while at the same time developing strong positive leadership skills.
Our Strong Academic Program
We provide our students with a strong academic program in all subject areas with a special focus on French language skills development.
Our Athletic Program
Our students are challenged to participate in an active Health and Physical Education Program on a daily basis. Lester B. Pearson has been a member of Toronto Schools on the Move since 2006. Our students participate in many sports teams over the school year (i.e., Cross-Country, Basketball, Volleyball, Track and Field, etc.)
Our Arts Program
The Arts are integrated throughout core subjects and are also enriched by specialized teachers' programming in Visual Arts and Music. Each student from Grade 6 to 8 is a member of one of our school band and performs in a number of venues. Younger students learn to play a variety of instruments, including Orff and recorders.
Additional Features
● Our Library-Information Center
● Concours d'Art Oratoire
● Our ECO Club
● Our Music Clubs
● International Languages Instruction
● Our Reading Clubs
● Our Sports Clubs
● Our Bands
