Aquinas School

Aquinas School

Origin

1965 unfolded a new horizon among the Spanish Dominican fathers with founding of an exclusive for boys. It was built on a beautifully landscaped three-hectare lot at 183 F. Blumentritt St., San Juan, Metro Manila in the Philippines. It was named after the brilliant Dominican saint, St. Thomas Aquinas, who is the patron saint of all Catholic schools.

Like all Dominican institutions in the Philippines, Aquinas has as its main concern the total formation of its student: the harmonious development of their physical, intellectual and moral endowments to the utmost of their capabilities preparing them for a mature life lived in freedom and responsibility.

In 1969, the government extended full recognition of the school's complete Elementary and High School courses. In 1976 Aquinas School was allowed to operate a co-educational Nursery Program. It was at that time that the Kindergarten and Preparatory classes, which have been in existence since 1965, moved to a new site within the campus, equipped with bigger and modern facilities. In 1977, a multi-purpose building was added which houses the Science, Computer and Speech laboratories, the CAT, Outreach and Parent's Council offices, the Guidance Center and the gymnasium to better serve its growing population. During its silver anniversary in 1990, the new administration building and the covered gallery and shelters were constructed to meet the expanding requirements of operation. In 1997, the auditorium came into existence where the fitness/recreation centers and hall are located. The football field serves as the avenue for the students to play athletic games.

The religious atmosphere provided by the centuries-old Sanctuario del Sto. Cristo and the Dominican Priory of the Holy Cross contributes significantly to the moral and spiritual growth of Aquinas students.

In the school year of 1995-1996, the area in front of the administration, more known as the quadrangle, was renovated and painted. It then served as an outside laminated court.

The Gymnasium have hosted as a practice court for some of the most celebrated basketball teams in the PBA; some are Ginebra, San Miguel and Purefoods.

Notable alumni


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