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Our School

About Us

At St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic School, we pride ourselves on the strong partnership that exists among the home, the school and the parish.

Catholic Environment

Our school fosters a learning environment rooted in Gospel values and Catholic teachings. Religious Education and Family Life programs, approved by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, are taught at all grade levels. Students live their faith through:

  • Liturgical and paraliturgical celebrations

  • Food drives and ShareLife campaigns

  • Me to We initiatives

  • Daily prayer and Christian actions

Safe and Welcoming Environment

We are committed to providing a safe and inviting school atmosphere. Students follow a code of conduct that promotes safety and respect both inside the school and on the playground. Our Safe Arrival Program ensures student safety through parent communication regarding absences.

Curriculum and Programs Offered

Programs from Kindergarten to Grade 8 follow Ministry of Education and Toronto Catholic District School Board guidelines. Staff make every effort to adapt instruction to meet individual student needs.

We offer a wide range of programs, including:

  • Full-Day Early Learning Kindergarten

  • Regular Grade 1 to 8 classes

  • International Languages (Mandarin and Tagalog)

  • Special Education Resource Support

  • Congregated Gifted Centre (Grades 6–8, serving north Scarborough)

  • Classes for students with Multiple Exceptionalities

We serve a diverse student population, aiming to meet each child’s spiritual, academic, social, and emotional needs.

Co-Curricular Activities

We offer a variety of co-curricular and extracurricular activities to enrich classroom learning:

  • Excursions tied to curriculum

  • Student Council

  • Chess Club

  • W5H

  • Public Speaking

  • Health Action Team

  • Eco Team

  • Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball

  • Flag Football

  • Cross-Country and Track and Field

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School History

St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic School opened in September 1973. With a tradition of growth, academic excellence, and commitment spanning over 50 years, our school community continues to live by the teachings and ideals of our patron saint.

Our Patron Saint

Our school is named after St. Ignatius, founder of the Jesuit order. Following his conversion, he dedicated his life to teaching, preaching, helping others, and spreading the faith.

Canonized in 1622, St. Ignatius is remembered as one of the Church’s great spiritual leaders.