Our school was established in September of 2000 as a result of tremendous growth in the city of Barrie and in particular, its south west area. Students who were originally attending an overcrowded St. Nicholas Catholic School, which had grown to a student population of over 1200, established two new school communities...our St. Catherine of Siena and St. Bernadette Catholic. We are proud to have our school named after Catherine of Siena, a woman of deep faith who lived her life in service to others and with a deep concern for the well being of the less fortunate. Our school community works hard to emulate the fine example Catherine gave to us. Our school community undertakes social justice initiatives regularly in an effort to follow her example.
Our school prides itself in providing an inclusive, challenging and supportive academic program for all of our students. St. Catherine of Siena has an incredibly active co-curricular program. Several clubs, teams and artistic opportunities exist for our kids outside the classroom.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to create a positive and safe learning community that upholds the dignity of each child while nurturing responsibility for individual actions through the modeling of Catholic values. As a faith-filled community we strive to develop self-confidence in the pursuit of spirituality, knowledge, truth and personal growth.
Our Faith
Schools in our board are unique because they provide learning experiences to students that emphasize our Catholic beliefs and values. At our school, you can see and witness our Catholic identity when you walk through the doors or speak to our staff and students. Here are some of the ways that you can see our faith celebrated at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School.
- Prayers and scripture are taught and integrated into school life, and we frequently celebrate Mass as a community.
- We have a direct and meaningful connection with our school parish.
- We support our parish in getting students prepared for their sacraments.
- We encourage social justice, respect for life and responsibility for all God's creations through our classroom teachings and extra-curricular activities.
- Our Catholic beliefs and values are integrated into curriculum teachings. Regardless of whether it is science, English or religion class, the information we teach our students is infused with our Gospel values.
- Our school has a chapel to provide students with a place to reflect and celebrate our faith.
- Our faith is reflected through religious symbols that are visible throughout our school.
