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![]() Sal Ritacca
President & Co-Founder
B.Sc., B.Ed.
Leonardo Da Vinci was an extraordinary example of the human mind and its capabilities. An intellect of universal proportions, Leonardo was master artist, scientist, inventor, engineer, and life-long learner. His relentless quest for knowledge, truth, and beauty, and his approach to these pursuits are an inspiration to many individuals. When we founded the Leonardo Da Vinci Academy in 1983 we could not imagine a more suitable name for the school we envisioned. LDVA's unique “Thinking Like Leonardo” approach to living and learning encompasses both traditional and contemporary philosophies of education. Our Preschools and Primary grades are based on the teachings of Maria Montessori which are in perfect harmony with our school’s educational philosophy and the Da Vincian principles. Now in its 30th year, LDVA continues to live up to its mission providing exceptional schooling for the formative years. Students at all levels are well served by a solid, continuous educational framework and an empowering approach to learning. We are most grateful to the hard working administrators for their commitment to the school's mission and purpose in the manner inspired by both Leonardo and Maria Montessori. Anyone witnessing our children engaged in “Thinking Like Leonardo” will observe students leaning from their mistakes, children experiencing with all their senses, youngsters joyfully discovering their physical nature, individuals balancing their creative and logical sides, and young minds making meaningful connections with their world. We wish to express our appreciation to all the parents and staff who have helped to keep the dream of our school alive. Founded in 1983, Leonardo Da Vinci Academy provides exceptional schooling for the formative years - a foundation for lifelong learning. Ministry guidelines are enriched with Music, French, Italian, Art and co-curricular activities providing well-rounded programs within a Catholic setting. Programs include accredited Casa Montessori and Italian immersion preschools, Lower Elementary Montessori, and traditional Grades 4-8. LDVA promotes a love of learning, independence, and "Thinking like Leonardo". Leonardo Da Vinci Academy of Arts & Sciences is a private Montessori/Traditional/ academic day school in Toronto, Ontario. The school offers programs for grades PS to 8 with enrolment of 100 day students. Leonardo Da Vinci Academy of Arts & Sciences has varied class sizes and has a tuition cost of $6,800 to $12,000. Founded in 1983, this private school requires students to wear uniforms and the language of instruction is English.
After 13 years since attending LDVA a student reminisces on his younger days:
I see LDVA as a prestigious school, a school that has given me the thirst for knowledge....
read more I have had the pleasure of working with the founders and have not met educators with such dedication and vision for what a school should be. D. Martetlla ... read moreWe are an Italian family arrived in Toronto and this school is helping a lot of our children who have came here without knowing the English language. Thanks to...
read more Sixteen years have passed since I used to call the halls of LDVA my home and if asked I can still vividly remember my alma mater as if I...
read more I still remember walking into LDVA in 1998 - ten years after graduating - to thank you personally for your contribution, dedication and commitment as headmasters/teachers. Now, twenty years...
read more Dear Mr. Ritacca
I am writing this letter to compliment your staff and students for their preparation, enthusiasm, and obvious knowledge of the Italian comedy and the characters associated with...
read more I was a student at LDVA in 1998; I had just moved from Italy. I have been thinking often about the beautiful time I had back then, and how...
read more ...I distinctly remember that my grade 9 English curriculum was nearly identical to grade 8, and my grade 10 Computers course was also grade 8 all over again. Needless...
read more If you want to enrich your child through creative learning and thinking and build a solid foundation for future education, nurturing, faith and values then this school is where...
read more One area in which many of these groups make their distinguished marks is education. For their part, the staff and students of your Academy can be very proud of...
read more I take this opportunity to stress the valuable function your organization is performing in pursuing innovative educational goals that will benefit enormously our community. Dr. Francesca Valente Director, Italian Cultural Institute http://francescavalente.com/index.php?/information/cv/ ... read moreI love this school. It brings out the best in my kids and the family environment is fantastic! The teachers and staff are great! T. Ferlisi-Cargnelli ... read moreThe Leonardo Da Vinci Academy employs a well rounded "Thinking Like Leonardo" approach to learning that incorporates Montessori teaching and promotes creativity, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. By...
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