Antipolo Lady of Lourdes School Foundation Inc. was established in June 1992 and began its first year operation in June 1993. The A.L.L.S is a private educational institution for boys and girls. Its offers complete pre-school, grade school and high school together with computer literacy programs. Its curricular programs have been given Government Recognition by the Department of Education in November 1997. The school is named after its patron - Our Lady of Lourdes who people ask assistance for physical healing and spiritual renewal. The Catholic Church celebrates a mass in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes in many countries every February 11.
“Antipolo Lady of Lourdes School is a child – centered community committed to creating a secure, safe and happy learning environment where students will become academically excellent and socially responsible, creative and critical thinkers, self-directed, life-long learners and productive citizens.”
The educational thrust of the school focuses in training the young towards their intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual formation by providing holistic education. The school dedicates itself to address the cognitive, affective and psychomotor needs of the child. The school commits itself at guiding its students to purse academic, character and sports excellence so they can be valuable service to community, country and to God.
“ALLS envisions instilling among its students, academic, character and sports excellence to become empowered global citizens.”
A school where students will be provided holistic education and ensure the physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual formation of learners.
A school where students pursue academic excellence and passion for learning.
A school where students imbue character excellence and demonstrate rights and responsibilities of good citizenship.
A school where students develop sports excellence.
A school where students develop creative expression and discovery of different talents.
A school where parents, teachers, staff, administrators and community forge strong partnership to encourage and support the meaningful education of students.
A school where students and teachers are empowered to think critically and make informed choices.
Departmental Objectives for Pre- school and Elementary Levels:
Help each child discover his potentials and abilities that lead to the appreciation of oneself and develop self-confidence and self-worth
Develop critical thinking and love of learning to make the educational process more meaningful and enjoyable.
Guide pupils in acquiring good study and health habits necessary for one’s growth, development, safety and success in school.
Instill the values of nationalism and develop a love of country through the study of our history and culture and gain a deeper understanding of what is a true Filipino.
Provide the students a channel and venue to express their talents and skills whether in academics or co-curricular activities such as arts, music and sports.
Develop amongst the students the mastery of communication, scientific and writing skills in preparation for higher learning.
Promote work experiences which develop and enhance the child orientation to the world of work and creativity in order to prepare him/her to engage in honest and gainful work.
Incorporate in the academic programs important core values such as honesty, respect, social justice, peace, patience and loyalty needed by one to effectively interact with the different members of society.
Departmental Objectives for the High School Level:
1. Prepare the students for the challenges of the K to 12 Program:
A) mastery of communication skills both in oral and written form
B) introduction of career orientation and awareness and vocational attitude as well as encourage positive attitudes toward work
2. Nurture in the students important core values and habits needed to function effectively as a mature and productive citizen. Core values such as: persistence, hard work, truth, loyalty, service, justice, respect for human rights, etc.
3. Provide students with physical and sports education programs that focus in maintaining over-all physical health and wellness. By engaging in individual and team sports students develop among themselves the esprit de corps, unity, camaraderie and school pride.
4. Instill in the students through experiential learning the importance of social responsibility; emphasizing one’s role as an active participant in community and nation building.
5. Encourage students to participate in various school activities that seek to discover and hone their creative musical and literary skills.
6. Help students understand their religious faith and gain awareness and gain awareness and respect for other religious and through religious instruction understand how this affects one’s daily relationships and interactions.