Saint Columbkille Partnership School

Specialties

Saint Columbkille Partnership School, a PreK-​8 Catholic school in Allston-​Brighton, capitalizes on the resources of a unique partnership with the Archdiocese of Boston, Boston College, and St. Columbkille Parish to offer a rigorous and comprehensive education rooted in Gospel teaching and committed to Catholic educational and religious traditions. We strive to develop the whole child — intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, socially, and physically — in order to prepare graduates to live lives of faith, service, and leadership for the greater glory of God and the betterment of society.

We enable all students to acquire the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to fulfill their potential, preparing them for success in challenging secondary school programs.

Saint Columbkille students will:

— Learn the key teachings of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church and understand how the Gospel values guide a life of faith, justice, and service to others — especially the less fortunate

— Acquire in-​depth knowledge of language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and the arts

— Experience a learning environment that emphasizes inquiry, independence, and self-​discovery

— Develop an understanding of and respect for others, especially for classmates and peers whose background and perspectives are different from their own

— Live a lifestyle that emphasizes the importance of physical activity, wellness, and healthy development

History

Established in 1901.

Saint Columbkille Parochial School was founded in 1901 with the support of the pastor and parish, motivated by a strong desire to provide Catholic education for its children, many of whom were Irish and Italian immigrants. The school and parish were named after Saint Columbkille, who was born in 521 A.D. of royal Irish descent and immigrated to Scotland. Saint Columbkille was revered among the people of Scotland as a wise and holy person who built monasteries that served as centers of learning. Saint Columbkille School was operated by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Boston, who provided high-​quality instruction.

Since its founding, Saint Columbkille has continued to strive toward academic excellence and spiritual formation of its students. The school building was renovated and the education program expanded in the 1950s and 1960s, during the peak of Catholic school enrollment in the United States. Within the past 20 years the school welcomed students from neighboring Saint Anthony and