Arbor Glen Public School (Gr JK - 6)
55 Freshmeadow Dr, North York, ON
M2H3H6
M2H3H6
416-395-2020
416-395-4489
Arbor Glen Public School, opened in 1975, is located south of Steeles Avenue East and east of Don Mills Road. The school building is a metaphor for literacy, with its open classrooms surrounding the library and technology resource centre. The school serves students representing more than 25 countries of birth. Approximately 70% of the students speak English as a second language. Predominant languages represented in the school include Cantonese, Gujarati, Mandarin and Persian. Arbor Glen Community Child Care, housed in the school, provides nursery and before and after school programs. Arbor Glen is committed to providing quality programs in the arts, language, mathematics, physical education, science and technology and social studies.
High Academic Expectatons
Students at Arbor Glen are inspired passionate learners who, along with their families and teachers, value personal excellence. Our teachers use a variety of strategies and assessments to guide their planning for the continuous learning of their students. They provide them with an exciting and supportive environment and engage their students actively in meaningful learning opportunities that involve challenging and authentic tasks. Our goal is to give students the opportunities to assume ownership of their learning while they develop strong academic skills and understanding.
Literacy
The Literacy program emphasizes a high level of competency in critical and creative thinking, reading, writing, oral communication and media studies. Our teachers use a variety of strategies to motivate their students and direct their learning. They integrate language and literacy instruction into all areas of the curriculum, including the arts, mathematics, science and social studies. The emphasis on strong comprehension and critical thinking encourages our students to communicate confidently and effectively and to apply their knowledge in challenging and complex ways while they make connections to real life challenges and situations.
Numeracy
Our students are encouraged to develop strong knowledge and skills as well as a positive attitude towards mathematics. Teachers integrate problem solving and communication skills throughout all five strands of mathematics by using authentic learning experiences that encourage students to develop strong connections between mathematics and the real world.
Science and Technology
The science and technology programs at Arbor Glen include hands-on experiences, a Science Fair, visits from the Scientists in the Schools and Mad Science programs, organized field trips based on curriculum expectations and real world connections. We are participating in the Board's Digital Learning Pilot Program to enhance the use of learning through technology.
Safe and Caring Schools
An important goal of the school is to help students develop self-discipline and social skills so they can become productive, mature and responsible members of society. Our code of behaviour stresses respect for self, others and the environment. Our School Ambassador and Playground Pals programs enable our students to contribute to the positive atmosphere of the school. Read more about Safe and Caring Schools
Co-Curricular Activities
Co-Curricular Activities are a vital component of student life at Arbor Glen. Our staff members believe that in order to achieve personal success, students need to participate in a wide variety of activities that expose them to and enhance their potential interests and skills in academic areas, the arts, competitions, leadership opportunities and sports.
