About Us
At St. Andrew Catholic School, we are committed to fostering a strong partnership between home, school, and parish.
Faith and Catholic Life
Faith is an important part of school life, with students regularly participating in parish liturgies and receiving religious education through Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) programs. Students are prepared for First Reconciliation and First Communion in Grade 3 and Confirmation in Grade 8. School liturgies, charitable initiatives, and service projects supporting organizations such as ShareLife and Covenant House help students put their faith into action.
Safe, Respectful, and Supportive Environment
We are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and supportive environment. Our Code of Behaviour establishes clear expectations for student conduct, while social-emotional programs, conflict management, and peer mediation help students develop problem-solving and leadership skills. The Safe Arrival Program also supports student safety through careful attendance monitoring and communication with families.
Curriculum and French Program
Our curriculum meets TCDSB and Ministry of Education requirements, with strong communication between families and teachers supporting student success. Our French program develops oral, reading, and writing skills through engaging activities and cultural experiences such as hiking, Carnaval celebrations, and traditional French cooking. Faith and Christian values remain at the foundation of daily instruction and school life.
Learning and Student Support
Students receive support tailored to their individual needs through the School-Based Support Team, special education and learning disability programs, English as a Second Language (ESL) services, and child and youth support. Gifted programming is also available through Board assessment and enrichment opportunities at designated centres.
Our School History and Tradition
St. Andrew Catholic School was established in 1964 to serve the growing community of north Etobicoke. Over the years, the school has continued to evolve alongside the neighbourhood and families it serves. Today, we are proud of our diverse student population, representing a wide range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds, and maintain a strong relationship with St. Andrew’s Parish, served by the Priests of the Consolata Missionary Order.
Our Namesake
Our school is named after St. Andrew, one of the first apostles of Jesus and a fisherman who, along with his brother Simon Peter, was called by Christ to spread the Gospel. Tradition holds that St. Andrew preached in northern Greece and was martyred around 70 AD. As the patron saint of fishermen, his feast day is celebrated on November 30, when our school community joins the parish in honouring his life and legacy.