Totten Sims Hubicki were the consulting architects and engineers for the new St. Leo Replacement School project for the Durham Catholic District School Board.

Located in the Brooklin neighbourhood of Whitby on Watford Street, the school was built to replace the existing outdated and small St. Leo School which was not feasible to expand.

Originally scheduled to open in January 1999, TSH was able to fast track the design process and the school was ready for occupancy in September 1998. TSH project / design architect Barry Knoll worked closely with senior Board staff to develop the program and design for this JK to 8 elementary school. Because the new school replaced an existing school, the school's principal and superintendent were actively involved in the design process.

The Library Resource Centre has been made a focal point in the school in both plan and elevation. Pulled forward towards the street with large windows, the Library has been designed to break up the overall mass of the building and create a visual link with the community.

The school will also function as a community use facility for the Town of Whitby’s Parks and Recreation Department who will offer evening programs in the building.

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