R.L. Beattie Public School
JK to Grade 8 (FI) - Enrolment 343
School Profile
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A Unique and Vibrant Place to Learn!
R.L. Beattie Public School was founded in 1955 and named after Robert Leslie Beattie, Vice-President and General Manager of INCO as well as President and Director of The Bank of Toronto and General Trust Corporation. The school was originally built as a three room school in 1955. The official opening was held on December 18, 1955 with Mr. Ron Tallon as the first Principal. The school was expanded to six rooms in 1957. In order to accommodate the school’s population growth, there were a number of later classroom additions.
The school colors, blue and yellow, and logo, the Beattie Baron, can be seen in a number of places throughout the school. R.L. Beattie Public School houses approximately 370 students enrolled in the French Immersion program, from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8.
The staff, students and parents of R.L. Beattie Public School believe that the purpose of our education is to provide and to foster an environment that enables us to be productive, confident, responsible and well-rounded individuals dedicated to life-long learning.We continually strive for excellence and are extremely proud of the achievements of our students academically, athletically, artistically and socially.
At R.L. Beattie Public School, we recognize that parental involvement is critical to student success and that we are partners in education. We appreciate and value our home/school/community relationships. Our School Council plays a vital role as an advisory group and, through its recommendations, can contribute to improving student achievement and school performance.
Presently, we have a before and after school program housed at R.L. Beattie Public School called Beattie Kids. It is run by Larch Street Kids (688-8600). They also offer an alternative JK day program on Mondays, Wednesdays and alternate Fridays. In addition, we open our school to a number of community organizations after hours.
We have a very dedicated staff, comprised of both teaching and non-teaching individuals, all of whom are instrumental in developing a positive learning environment for our students. Collectively, we do our utmost to reach the minds and touch the hearts of those in our care and ensure they have the best opportunities to achieve success.
Grade levels Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8
Number of Students 370 (approximately)
Number of Teaching Staff 20
Secretary 1
Principal 1
Vice Principal 1
Custodial Staff 3
Number of Classrooms 15
Library Yes
Computer Lab Yes
Music Room Yes
Gymnasium Yes
Members of the staff receive assistance from the Rainbow District School Board French and English language Consultants, Program Consultants, Media Centre personnel, Information Technology staff and Special Education staff, including a Psychometrist, Psychologist, Speech and Language Pathologist and a Special Education Consultant.
