About Us
At St. Eugene Catholic School, we are rooted in Catholic beliefs and traditions. Our goal is to help every student reach their full potential—intellectually, emotionally, socially, morally, culturally, and physically—within a safe, inclusive, and Christ-centered learning environment. We celebrate diversity and achievement as a community guided by the teachings of Jesus.
Programs and Student Support
To meet the diverse needs and interests of our students, we offer a wide range of programs and services, including:
Core French
Vocal and instrumental music
General and intensive special education classes
English as a Second Language (ESL) support
Religious education and participation in school liturgies
Gifted program for junior and intermediate students
Students also engage in charitable initiatives and fundraising activities that support local and global causes.
Extracurricular Activities
We encourage student involvement beyond the classroom through activities such as:
School sports teams
W5H (quiz competitions)
Clubs and leadership opportunities
These programs help students build confidence, teamwork, and school spirit.
Teaching and Learning
Our staff is committed to delivering a curriculum that reflects Catholic values and meets Ontario Ministry of Education and TCDSB expectations. We focus on:
Core skills in literacy and numeracy
A safe and respectful learning environment
Differentiated instruction to meet individual learning needs
Teachers collaborate regularly as a professional learning community, analyzing student work and setting instructional goals. Ongoing professional development supports continuous improvement.
Instructional Approach
Classroom instruction includes a balance of individual, small group, and whole-class learning.
Kindergarten to Grade 3 follows a Balanced Literacy approach.
Junior and Intermediate grades build on foundational skills and deepen learning.
Virtues of the Month are integrated into daily lessons to support character development.
Preparing for the Future
We are committed to equipping students with the knowledge, values, and skills they need to live responsibly and successfully in a complex and changing world.
School History
St. Eugene Catholic School opened in September 1970 to serve the needs of children living in the Islington Avenue and Richview Side Road area of Weston. Located in the former City of Etobicoke, the school was designed as an open-concept facility and built to accommodate approximately 340 students from Kindergarten to Grade 8. St. Eugene is one of three schools in All Saints Parish.
Our Patron Saint
Our school is named after Pope Eugene I, a Roman who was raised in the service of the Church and served as pope from 654 to 657 AD. Historians describe him as “outstanding for his sanctity” and “gentle and affable with the poor.”
Reverend Martin O’Grady, pastor of All Saints Church, suggested the name to the Board in memory of his late father, Martin Eugene O’Grady.