About Us

At Wazoson Public School, we believe that students perform better in school when they:

• Receive positive reinforcement on a consistent basis,
• Have teachers and parents set high expectations,
• Have a strong sense of self-worth,
• Have academic and behavioural expectations clearly, articulated, and
• Have parents and teachers working together and are supportive of one another.

Our staff members are committed to offering a well-planned curriculum that includes the following highlights:

• An emphasis on Literacy and Numeracy,
•  Fostering a school community with common values that build positive character and citizenship,
•  Programming responsive to the varying learning and socio-emotional needs, and reflective of the diverse linguistic and multiethnic community of learners,

Curriculum documents outline the knowledge and skills that students are expected to develop in each subject at each grade level. These documents can be found on the Ministry of Education website.

In an effort to support our environment, our school is engaged in a variety of environmental initiatives throughout the school year. A School Newsletter is e-mailed to families every Friday, and staff post information regarding class activities in their class email, website and/or Google Classroom.  

Pronounced wuh-zoh-sohn (audio pronunciation), Wazoson is the Algonquin/Anishinaabe word for bird’s nest. A nest is a safe place to nurture the young. Birds of all types, sizes and shapes begin life in a nest. As there is a place for all those different kinds of birds in the natural world, there is also a place for every student in our school. The name encourages engagement and connection with the natural world around students.

The name Wazoson was chosen following consultation through the spring of 2023 with students, parents, staff and members of the Half Moon Bay community. Additional input was provided from a member of the Indigenous Education Advisory Committee along with an Algonquin Elder and an Algonquin Knowledge Keeper.

We are so thankful to all who participated in helping us find a name for our new school. This is a significant step in framing the school culture we would like to create. We want our school to be a safe, caring and nurturing environment for children to thrive. An Algonquin-named school also sends an important message of our commitment to reconciliation and learning about the rich knowledge, history and culture of Indigenous peoples.  

Wazoson Public School offers:

• Full-day Bilingual Kindergarten (JK-SK): 50% English instruction and 50% French instruction.
• English Program with Core French (Grades 1-6): Instruction in the English language in all subject areas including Core French (40 minutes daily).
• Early French Immersion (Grades 1-6): In grade 1, students receive 80% of instruction in French. In grades 2-6, students receive 60% of instruction in French.

Recess Clubs

We have clubs running during our recess breaks.  All clubs are voluntary and can be a great way to meet new friends!  Please discuss with your child opportunities that might interest them.

Wazoson Public School opened in September 2024 in the Half Moon Bay community. It is a two-story building located on a 8 acre site. It includes a library/learning commons, 28 classrooms, and a large gym.

Prayer Space

Extended Day Program: Optional child care before and after school

The Ottawa Student Transportation Authority (OSTA) is responsible for student transportation.

A strong commitment to Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility is embedded throughout the OCDSB 2023-2027 Strategic Plan and captured within each area of focus: learning, well-being, and social responsibility. We strive to ensure that our school is a welcoming and safe place for students of all identities to feel valued and respected as they engage, learn, grow, explore, and discover.