Now welcoming applications for September 2026 • Kindergarten–Grade 12 • Peterborough, Ontario
Choosing the right school for your child is a big decision—and sometimes you simply need to see a school for yourself.
We’d love to welcome you to Wayside for a private tour. You'll have the opportunity to see our classrooms, learn more about our classical Catholic approach to education, ask questions, and help us get to know your child and what you're looking for in a school.
Still considering your options for September? It’s not too late.
Why families choose Wayside
Catholic
A school where faith is integrated into the life of the school—not simply another subject.Classical
A rich liberal arts education designed to cultivate curiosity, reason, and a love of learning.Personal
A small-school environment where students are known individually and challenged to grow.K–12 Community
A consistent educational experience from Kindergarten through Grade 12.“At Wayside you will find Daily Mass, weekly Adoration, a community of families, teachers, volunteers and donors, all striving for a common goal—our children's holiness.”— Christina, Wayside parent
“Choosing Wayside was the most confident decision I have made as I knew that it was what Our Lady has prepared for us as an answer to my desperate prayers for an authentically Catholic school.”— Esther, Wayside parent
“It was extremely tough picking up and moving to Peterborough, as we suffered some setbacks, but ultimately we know it was the right move. We noticed how happy our son was with the school immediately, and we fell in love with the community.”— Ivan, Wayside parent
