John Williams School No. 5

John Williams School No. 5

School Information

  • John Williams School No. 5 is located in the Northwest Zone.

What Every Family Should Know

  • John Williams School No. 5 has long standing history of being a family oriented school. With a diverse student population that includes integrated multilingual classrooms and an ASD Continuum program. Students have diverse opportunities in academics, arts, cultural activities and athletics. We have a history community partnerships throughout the area.

Program Features

  • Uniforms Required No
    English Language Learners (ENL) Yes
    Early Literacy Program No
    Chorus Yes
    Band/Orchestra Yes
    Instrumental Music Lessons Yes
    Sports Yes, Basketball
    Step Teams Yes
    Extended/Expanded Day No
    Saturday School No
    On-Site After-School Care No
    Summer Programs Yes
    Business/College/Faith Partnerships Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Rochester, Roberts Wesleyan College, Lake Avenue Baptist Church, S.M.I.L.E. Program, Wilson Science Program

Unique Features

    • Family oriented, supporting students and providing assistance to families.
    • Assists English Language Learners with both integrated language and newcomer classrooms to best support student needs.
    • Character education programs, including Primary Project, daily school creed, Positively Pawsome incentive through School-Wide Positive Behavior Supports and Restorative Practices.