Welcome to the W. Ross Macdonald School, the only English language boarding and day school program for students who are blind, partially-sighted, or Deafblind in Canada.  As Principal of the School and Resource Services Department, I have the incredible fortune to work with committed educators, support staff and professionals in a modern facility geared to meet the needs of students who are blind, have low-vision or who are Deafblind from ages 5 to 21 years old.

Since 1872, students have been coming to Brantford to gain those skills necessary for success in the postsecondary world. Our graduates find success-they gain the skills, the confidence and the resilience to tackle life head-on. They enter universities, colleges, trades and find meaningful work and volunteer experiences in their home communities.

Our programs have modernized, to move beyond just our traditional school placements. Short Term Programs on weekends, week-long programs through Connections, and Bridges, a unique opportunity to begin post-secondary school while still benefiting from the extensive services offered at WRMS have all brought new opportunities for learning. Our programs are flexible to meet the needs of our unique learners.

Students have the opportunity to meet others like themselves and build friendships that last a lifetime. Well-being is at the heart of what we do, a student with a strong sense of well-being is ready to learn. As you explore our website to learn more about the W. Ross Macdonald School, remember our school motto:

“The Impossible is Only the Untried.”

Dan Maggiacomo,

Principal, WRMS