About Us
Inspired by Christ’s love and in partnership with our parish, families, and community stakeholders, St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School is committed to:
Academic Excellence
Upholding high academic standards.
Recognizing and celebrating student achievement.
Delivering a challenging and relevant curriculum.
Offering leadership and extracurricular opportunities to prepare students for the 21st century.
Inclusive and Supportive Environment
Providing a safe, equitable, and inclusive space.
Supporting each student’s unique gifts and talents.
Community Engagement
Encouraging active participation from students, staff, and families in shaping school life.
Serving local and global communities with integrity, justice, and generosity.
School History
St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School has a rich history of transformation. Originally founded as an elementary school in 1852 on Market Street, it moved several times before becoming a secondary school on D’Arcy Street in 1986. In 1989, the school relocated to its current home on Felstead Avenue, formerly Lakeview Public School. Key milestones include:
1990: School blessing
1994: Chapel blessing and dedication
1997: Opening of the Arts, Technology, and Physical Education Wing
St. Patrick is now one of Toronto’s premier secondary schools, offering exceptional academic and extracurricular programs led by a creative and dedicated staff.
Despite our growth, our foundation remains rooted in faith. Our motto, Amor Christi Nos Impellit — The Love of Christ Impels Us — continues to guide us.
Centre for Arts, Media and Technology
In 2010, St. Patrick was designated the Centre for Arts, Media and Technology. Since then, we’ve introduced:
Enriched Arts Programs: Dance, Drama, Music, and Visual Arts
Advanced Placement Courses: English, Math, and Science
Media Technology Audition (MTA) Program: A TCDSB first
Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) Programs: Hospitality & Tourism, and Design/Construction Technology
Our facilities now include:
State-of-the-art studios for recording, dance, and theatre
PC and Mac labs
Bakery and servery
Laser cutter, 3D printers, robotics, and tech design workshops
FIFA-grade soccer field (built in 2017)
Our Patron Saints
St. Patrick: Converted Ireland to Christianity in 432 and is the patron saint of Irish refugees who came to Canada in the 1840s. He represents our Catholic, humanitarian, and historical identity.
St. Marguerite Bourgeoys: A French missionary and educator who founded the Congregation de Notre Dame (CND). Sister L. Corrigan, a CND member, was our first principal.