Lambton-Kingsway Junior Middle SchoolADDRESS: 525 Prince Edward Dr, Etobicoke, ON

M8X 2M6PHONE NUMBER: (416) 394-7890EMAIL ADDRESS: Lambton_Kingsway@tdsb.on.caWEBSITE: http://schoolweb.tdsb.on.ca/lambtonkingswayGRADE RANGE: JK to 8

Lambton-KingswayMission StatementLambton-KingswayJunior Middle School iscommitted to promotinghigh academicachievement andfostering the social andemotional developmentof each student throughcollaboration, mutualrespect and communitypartnerships. AtLambton-Kingsway, weare committed to:·Fostering a safe,positive and respectfullearning environment·Providing an equitableand inclusive learningenvironment· Promotingsocial responsibilitythrough characterdevelopment·Developing life-longlearners

Be The Best You Can Be LKS!

Lambton-Kingsway has enjoyed a long standing tradition ofcommunity involvement and educational excellence. The currentbuilding (1993) is the fourth school to be located in thiscommunity since the village of Lambton was founded.  Datingback to 1845, Lambton Mills Public School was Etobicoke's firsttwo-room school. By 1875 a one- room, red brick school was builtat the corner of Lambton Road (now Prince Edward Drive) andGovernment Road. Increasing enrolment resulted in theconstruction of a four- room school adjacent to the old school in1916. The new Lambton-Kingsway Junior Middle School openedits doors to 551 enthusiastic learners on January 4, 1993.

Lambton- Kingsway Code ofConductLambton-Kingsway is committed toproviding a healthy learning andworking environment by promotingrespect, civility, safety, responsiblecitizenship and academic excellence.All members of the school communityare expected to Respect one’s self,others and people in authority; property belonging to the school,community and others; diversity in all people (ideas, beliefs,values and opinions); demonstrate Responsibility by followingschool, TDSB and Ministry rules and policies; dressing andcommunicating in an appropriate manner; demonstrating honesty,integrity and accountability for your own words, actions anddecisions.

More Information about Lambton-Kingsway Junior Middle School

Student AssessmentThe primary purpose of student assessment is to improvelearning.Assessment has the greatest potential to improve learningwhen it is an integral part of classroom activities. Teachers assessstudent progress on an ongoing basis by using strategies such asprojects, class presentations, homework assignments, classroomobservations, portfolios and tests. 

Physical Education & Healthy LivingAt Lambton-Kingsway JMS we are committed to supporting physicaleducation and a healthy lifestyle for our students through ourphysical and health education program and our extra-curricularactivities. At LKS, students can participate in a wide variety ofsports teams that compete across the TDSB. Students can alsocompete in our inter-school House League Program.

TechnologyAt LKS technology is a strong focus and widely used to prepare ourstudents for the future and whatever opportunities arise for them inthe 21st century.  Interactive white boards, codingactivities, multimedia projectors, mobile laptop and iPad labs andtwo permanent PC labs are integrated across the curriculum andeffectively used to enhance student learning. 

Character EducationCharacter Counts at LKS!  Teachers discuss theTDSB CharacterTraits on a regular basis.  Many school committees also exist at LKSthat foster leadership and character development such as PeerMediators, Student Government and  Huddle Up LeadershipCommittee, to name a few.  In addition, students are recognized atsharing assemblies with student of the month certificates.  

Additional Features● Huddle Up Leadership Committee● Student & Parent Council● Extensive Athletics Teams● Instrumental Music and Vocal Music

● Social Justice Awareness● Peer Mediators● Community Outreach● Science and Inquiry Fairs

For a list of all programs that are also offered visit http://www.tdsb.on.ca/Findyour/Schools.aspx?schno=2019&schoolId=1060

Student Life - Where You Belong

Lambton-Kingsway JMS is a school community that providesextensive opportunities for all students.  Our staff, parentcommunity and volunteers provide a wide variety ofprograms and activities that help to enrich the learningopportunities for all students. Students are encouraged tobuild on their strengths and interests in areas such as:athletics, music, drama, the arts, literacy and numeracy, theenvironment, social justice awareness, communityinvolvement, peer support, an intermediate house systemand an abundance of leadership opportunities. 

What Sets Us Apart

Lambton-Kingsway students in Grades 3 and 6 haveachieved excellent results in all three areas of the EQAOassessment (provincial performance-based tests developedby the Education Quality and Accountability Office). Our testscores are above provincial standards. We also implementthe Candadian Test of Basic Skills at LKS from grades 3-8.Our CTBS (a standardized test) scores indicate above gradelevel averages in language and math. The factors for thissuccess stem from effective teaching practices, ongoingprofessional development, the contribution of parentvolunteers and strong support from families in thecommunity. We continue to expand and extend the higherlevel and critical thinking abilities of our learners.

Parent and Community Engagement

Lambton-Kingsway School and Parent Council acts on behalf of theparent body in a consultative and advisory capacity to the principal.The Council, in association with many parent volunteers, has beeninstrumental in bringing many resources to the school whichenhance the current curriculum and the overall educationalenvironment. These have included; enhancements to the library,computer lab, music program and schoolyard; programs that bringspecialists into the school such as scientists, authors, artists andguest performers; annual Springfest and other fund raising events.Parent volunteers can also be found assisting in classroom readingprograms, story writing, remedial work, computer labs, library andexcursions. They also assist in extra-curricular activities such asdrama and concert productions, choirs and school sports.

Imagine a TDSB where all schools share a common core set of characteristics. They arecommunity-driven and focused on teaching and learning. Students and parents have a wide variety ofopportunities and there are enough students in every school to increase program choices. Imagine there is a clear focus on achieving student success and every student is engaged, has a voice,access to a caring adult and the opportunity to develop their full potential. Here at the TDSB our focus is on student achievement, parent and community engagement and financialstability.

Contact Information

SCHOOL NAME: Lambton-Kingsway Junior Middle SchoolADDRESS: 525 Prince Edward Dr, Etobicoke, ON

M8X 2M6TELEPHONE: (416) 394-7890EMAIL: Lambton_Kingsway@tdsb.on.ca