Aquinas School

Aquinas School is a Dominican-Filipino institution that emphasizes a culture of excellence and holistic formation. It is guided by Thomistic principles, integrating core values such as truth, justice, joy, compassion, nationalism, and environmental concern into the learning experience. The school promotes a Gospel-centered curriculum designed to foster growth and character development.

The school provides an integrated basic education curriculum divided into Grade School and High School levels. Academic areas are organized into departments, including Allied Sciences, Humanities, and Communication Arts. The curriculum incorporates technology-supported instruction and values-oriented learning to prepare students for higher education and societal contribution.

The school aims to form young men of truth and compassion, grounded in Dominican-Filipino values. Graduates are expected to demonstrate excellence in basic education and a commitment to the holistic formation of themselves and society. Students have achieved recognition in regional journalism contests and participate in inter-school academic competitions.

The school operates a Guidance and Counselling Center to support student welfare. It also provides health services through a school physician, nurse, and dentist to ensure the physical well-being of the student body. Academic support is integrated into the school's structure through the guidance office and the oversight of class advisers.

The school admits students from Nursery through Grade 12, with specific age requirements for early years (e.g., 3 years old for Nursery, 6 for Grade 1). The admission process involves an entrance examination, a preliminary interview with a guidance counselor, and a final interview with the Principal or a representative. Applicants must submit academic records, a certificate of good moral character, and baptismal/birth certificates. Foreign students must comply with additional requirements from the Department of Education and the Commission on Immigration.

The school year typically begins with an orientation period. While specific term dates are subject to annual advisory, the school maintains a schedule for entrance exams and enrolment procedures. The academic calendar includes various school-wide events, such as the celebration of the feast of St. Dominic and other religious or national observances.

The campus includes a Learning Resources Center (library) equipped with books, magazines, and internet access for research. The school provides a guidance and counseling center, a health clinic staffed by a physician, nurse, and dentist, and a canteen. Additionally, the school maintains computer laboratories and various administrative and maintenance facilities to support daily operations.

Students participate in a variety of activities, including a Student Activity Program, student publications, and an outreach program. The school hosts an annual leadership training for student leaders from grades 4 to 12, featuring team-building and seminars. Sports are also active, with the school maintaining a football club that competes in regional leagues.