About Us
Our school is committed to the development of the individual potential of all our students, and to ensuring that they are formed in the Catholic faith and apply Christian values to life's opportunities, challenges and choices. In this regard, we strive to emphasize and provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are ensured good learning opportunities. Students and parents are aware of an agreed code of conduct to ensure this.
As for learning, curriculum is reviewed, developed and implemented within the framework of a Catholic educational philosophy. It is designed for all students, it is focused on learning outcomes, and it is inclusive and oriented to the optimum development of our student body.
At St. Wilfrid Catholic School, we try to cater to the needs of all our students. The school is structured so that meaningful integration of the curriculum occurs and our basic objective is excellence beyond equity for all. Provincial standards are used to assess and report on student progress. Collaboration among teachers, parents and students, and the local community occurs on a regular basis.
School History and Tradition
St. Wilfrid Catholic School was founded in 1966 and named after Saint Wilfrid. Wilfrid, originally spelled Wilfrith, was born in England in 634 AD. Elected Abbott of Ripon in 658 and Bishop of York in 669, he introduced Roman rules and practices to northern England. Wilfrid worked passionately to open many monasteries of the Benedictine Order. He was an extremely hardworking and courageous person who remained firm in his beliefs regardless of what other authority figures wanted him to do. St. Wilfrid's feast day is celebrated on October 12.
Our school is widely known for the dedication of its teaching staff and parent community and its excellence throughout the years. The school motto portrays two hands clasped in shared friendship between adult and child, and our commitment to integrity, perseverance and excellence.