About Us
At St. Andrew Catholic School, we are committed to fostering a strong partnership between home, school, and parish. The celebration of the Mass is an important part of school life, with students in Grades 1–8 regularly participating in parish liturgies. Religious education is delivered through programs developed by the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB), and students are prepared for the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion (Grade 3) and Confirmation (Grade 8). Faith development is further supported through school liturgies, paraliturgies, and charitable initiatives such as ShareLife, the Multiple Sclerosis Read-A-Thon, Covenant House, and other service projects.
We are also committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment. A clear Code of Behaviour is shared with families and outlines expectations for student conduct as well as appropriate responses to behaviour concerns. Social-emotional supports such as conflict management (Grades 1–6) and peer mediation (Grades 7–8) help students develop problem-solving and leadership skills. Our Safe Arrival Program ensures that student attendance is closely monitored and that families are contacted when necessary to support student safety.
The curriculum at St. Andrew Catholic School meets the requirements of the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) and the Ministry of Education. Parents are encouraged to maintain open communication with classroom teachers to support each child’s learning needs and academic success.
St. Andrew is proud of its French program, which enriches students’ learning and promotes oral, reading, and writing development in a joyful and engaging environment. Students participate in a variety of cultural and experiential activities such as hiking excursions, Carnaval celebrations, and traditional culinary experiences like crêpes, all of which support healthy living and an appreciation of French culture. Faith and Christian values remain the foundation of daily instruction and school life.
To support diverse learning needs, the School-Based Support Team (SBST) meets regularly to plan accommodations and modifications and to coordinate additional support services when required. Students may receive assistance through special education programs, learning disability support, and English as a Second Language (ESL) services. Additional supports, including guidance and child and youth services, help address social and emotional needs. Students are also identified for gifted programming through board assessment processes, with enrichment opportunities provided at designated centres.
Our School History And Tradition
St. Andrew Catholic School was established in 1964 to serve the growing community of north Etobicoke. Since its founding, the school has continued to evolve alongside the neighbourhood it serves. Today, its greatest strength is its diverse student population, representing a wide range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. The school also maintains a strong relationship with St. Andrew’s Parish, served by the Priests of the Consolata Missionary Order.
The school is named after St. Andrew, a fisherman and one of the first apostles of Jesus. Originally a disciple of John the Baptist, he and his brother Simon Peter were called by Christ to spread the Gospel. Tradition holds that St. Andrew preached in northern Greece and was martyred around 70 AD. Recognized as the patron saint of fishermen, he is honoured annually on November 30, when the school and parish celebrate his feast day.