John Cabot Catholic Secondary School
John Cabot Catholic Secondary School scores well as a highly rated separate high school situated in the Rathwood area of northeast Mississauga, Ontario. It offers schooling for grades 9-12, and is a member of the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board.
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There are currently approximately 900 students registered at this medium sized, attractively located facility. As with most Catholic high schools, students here are required to wear uniforms while attending classes.
John Cabot school was founded in 1997, and it is considered one of the more desirable high schools in Peel Region. The school offers a wide assortment of academic courses for students.
Special Programs
Dual Credits
John Cabot offers a Dual Credits program, where students can earn college level credits while still in high school.
SHSM
It also participates in the Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) program, with a focus on Business.
French Language
Although only Core French is offered at this school, Extended French instruction is available at nearby Philip Pocock high school.
OYAP
The school also offers the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP), where students can learn skilled trades through an apprenticeship system.
Feeder Schools
Elementary schools that “feed” John Cabot Secondary include:
- Canadian Martyrs School (JK-8), 1185 Mississauga Valley Blvd, Mississauga
- St. Charles Garnier (JK-8), 4233 Central Pkwy E, Mississauga
- St. Pio of Pietrelcina School (JK-8), 4765 Huron Heights Dr, Mississauga
- St. Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Elementary School (JK-8), 1120 Runningbrook Dr, Mississauga
- St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Elementary School (JK-8), 665 Willowbank Trail, Mississauga
Address & Contact Information
Address: 635 Willowbank Trail
Mississauga, ON L4W 3L6
Phone number: 905-279-1554
Email: JohnCabotInfo@dpcdsb.org
Website: https://www.dpcdsb.org/CABOT
School Board: Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
School Type: Separate High School
Academic Calendar: Semesters
School Hours:
- Sun Closed
- Mon 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Tue 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Wed 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Thu 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Fri 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Sat Closed
School Size: students: 900
Religious Affiliation: Christian-Catholic
Foundation Year: 1997
School Uniform: YES
Language of Instruction: English
Gender: Coeducational
Accessibility:
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible parking lot
Facilities
As a school built less than 25 years ago, this facility offers modern architecture that provides students with a good assortment of classrooms and work spaces.
The school also features rooms for drama and art, various spaces for its music department, a large gymnasium, a fitness centre, plus athletic fields and computer study areas.
Sports
John Cabot CSS has a solid athletics program for team (Colts) and individual sports, including:
- Swimming
- Hockey
- Cross-country Running
- Golf
- Field Hockey
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Soccer
- Track & Field
- Baseball
- Fast Pitch Softball
- Tennis
- Flag Football
- Badminton
- Table Tennis
Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
The school also offers a wide assortment of extracurricular clubs for students, including:
- French Club
- ECO Club
- Photography Club
- Choir
- Anime Club
- Drama Club
- Jazz Band
- Reading Club
- Poetry Club
- Weight Room Club
- Yoga Club
- Chess Team
- DECA
John Cabot Catholic Secondary School Ranking
This Catholic high school has consistently scored well in the Fraser Institute’s annual ranking. This year’s score was 5.6 out of a possible 10, and the school is tied for 452nd place out of 746 high schools in the province of Ontario. Compare school rankings.
Online Reviews
Google reviews are quite positive, averaging 4.3 out of 5, with dozens of reviews posted.
School and Nearby Amenities
The school is located on Willowbank Trail, between Cawthra Road and Tomken Road. John Cabot CSS has outdoor track and field areas, and a large gymnasium.
The city centre of Mississauga is quite close, as is western boundary of the City of Toronto. While the school is situated in a residential area, there are considerable shopping and dining services nearby.
The nearest heavy rail commuter station is the Cooksville GO.
Boundary Map
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John Cabot Catholic Secondary School has a large catchment area with approximately Eglinton Ave. E. on its northern boundary, Bloor St. W. on the south, as far as Hurontario St. on the west, and Dixie Road on its eastern edge.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that school and district boundary data is up-to-date. It’s important to note, however, that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify exact boundaries or school locations, contact your school board.
Conclusion
John Cabot Catholic Secondary School is a good school with a central location, a solid reputation, and above average rankings in the Fraser Institute grading system.
It’s a recommended school.
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