Wedgewood Junior School is located in a diverse community. The school serves students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 5. Our parents speak more than 32 languages at home and about one third of our students speak English as their second language. The school provides a dynamic, positive and productive environment for all students. There is a close and co-operative partnership between the school and the community that results in additional support, enhanced resources and programs for students, thanks to parental involvement. Wedgewood staff work collaboratively to plan and deliver classroom programs so that all students can achieve success in a positive, nurturing learning environment.
At Wedgewood we believe:
At Wedgewood, we believe a safe, welcoming and supportive environment encourages maximum student achievement. Each student is an individual with his or her own strengths, interests, needs and learning style which are reflected in the programming. Students from all cultures enrich our school community. Effective programs are delivered best when teachers, parents and students communicate and work together on a regular basis.
Interesting Feature
Eco-School Gold Status
Wedgewood is proud to be a TDSB Gold Certified Eco-school. TDSB’s Eco-school focus is about caring for and protecting the environment. At Wedgewood, our Eco-school Team includes the Principal, caretaker, teachers, office staff, parents and students.
More Information about Wedgewood Junior School
Toronto Fit For Life
To establish a culture in Wedgewood that supports a healthy active school environment which empowers students to optimize their health by increasing knowledge and enhancing skills and foster attitudes towards healthy active living.
Inter-school Athletic Teams
Wedgewood offers a variety of athletic teams for students in grades 1-5. We enter both Boys' and Girls' Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Slo-Pitch, X-country, and Track and Field.
Technology in the Classroom
At Wedgewood, we use technology across to engage and enhance learning for all students. Technology helps teachers differentiate instruction to helps students demonstrate what they know to the best of their abilities. Wedgewood is fortunate to have a full computer lab. We have recently purchased new iPads for our Primary students and Chromebooks for our Junior students.
Extra Curricular Activities
The staff offer a number of extra curricular activities including Choir, Art Club, Primary and Junior Coding, Primary Lego League, Library Club, Drumming, Yoga Club and the Outdoor Club.
Additional Features
- Second Steps
- Fitness Club
- Student Book Club
- Forest of Reading
- Art Club
- Eco- Club
- Scientists in the School
- Outdoor Club
Student Life - Where You Belong
We believe in the "well-rounded student," who strives for academic excellence, being respectful and responsible.
At Wedgewood we are establishing a culture that supports a healthy active school environment. We have Recess Programs to:
• Increase awareness of outdoor physical activities
• Promote co-operation
• Increase knowledge student low organized activities
Healthy Eating Awareness:
• Promote changes in diet to become more balanced
• Increase working knowledge of the healthy food choices
• Influence eating habits
• Promote reduction of garbage
We offer many extracurricular activities and clubs.
What Sets Us Apart
We are a school that believes with a healthy body comes a healthy mind. All students can learn and achieve with the support of parents, staff and community.
At Wedgewood students learn to take A.C.T.I.O.N.:
• Acceptance
• Caring
• Teamwork
• Involvement
• Ownership
• Neighbourliness
Parent and Community Engagement
The Wedgewood Family & School Association is the name of Wedgewood’s Parent Council. It is open to all parents, grandparents and guardians of Wedgewood students, and members of the school staff. By becoming an active member of the Association you can: Become acquainted with other parents and teachers; Exchange ideas, concerns and gain a better understanding of the needs of our children; and Learn about the programs and policies of the school and the Toronto District School Board. Parents can participate in the association by attending its meetings, or by volunteering for any of these committees: Committee, Communications Committee, Social Committee, Health & Safety Committee, Board Liaison Committee, Community Outreach, Welcoming Committee.
