About Us
At St. Bernard Catholic School, our faith is reflected in the spirit of our community and the actions we take each day. We provide a caring, Christ-centred environment that supports the spiritual, intellectual, moral, social, emotional, and physical development of every student.
We celebrate each student as a unique and valued individual and build strong partnerships among staff, students, and families. With student learning and well-being at the heart of all we do, we promote high expectations and develop essential 21st-century skills, including collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking, preparing students for continued growth and success.
Mission Statement
At St. Bernard Catholic School, our mission is to provide a caring Christian environment where self-esteem, creative thinking, a love of learning, and respect for self and others are nurtured. We view education as a lifelong process that supports students’ physical, mental, emotional, and social development through strong partnerships among home, school, and parish. Together, we help students grow into happy, responsible, and contributing members of society.
Catholic Foundation
We provide a learning environment where Gospel values and Catholic teachings are woven into daily life. Students deepen their faith through daily prayer, liturgical celebrations, monthly Masses, charitable outreach, and visits from our parish priest.
We support students throughout their sacramental journey, celebrating these important milestones as a school community. Grade 2 students prepare for and receive First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion, while Grade 8 students participate in an annual retreat in preparation for Confirmation. Through these experiences, students are encouraged to live out their faith within the school and broader community.
Our School History and Tradition
Built in 1956, with additions completed in 1963, 1965, and 1976, our school has grown alongside an increasingly diverse community. Once predominantly Irish and Italian, our school now proudly represents more than 25 cultural backgrounds, enriching the experiences of all students.
We are an active part of the wider community, with our facilities supporting community programs and regular use of our gymnasium. Our strong parish partnership remains an important part of school life through monthly Masses and visits from our priest.
Inspired by St. Bernard, known for his faith, wisdom, and compassion, we strive to build respectful and caring relationships among students, families, staff, our parish, and the broader community.