The goal of Catholic education is to assist the student, regardless of age, to grow as a whole person. All courses, programs, and activities are student-centered with the intention of helping the student grow spiritually, intellectually, and physically.

Education in faith is of paramount importance in Catholic education. Although a number of courses, programs, and activities can be sponsored in the context of the educational mission of the Church, all of these should be seen as helping the student deepen his or her relationship with God and grow in faith.

The scriptures remind us that all persons are created in the image and likeness of God and the Catholic Church continually reminds us of the dignity of the human person. This dignity is always to be respected, especially in the educational mission of the Church.

In accord with the Christian philosophy and goals of Catholic schools, religious education and courses in Christian family living are essential and integral components of the curriculum at St. Patrick Catholic School.