• to foster an understanding and critical appreciation of the values - moral, spiritual, religious, social and cultural - which have been distinctive in shaping Irish society and which have been traditionally accorded respect in society.
• to nurture a sense of personal identity, self-esteem and awareness of one’s particular abilities, aptitudes and limitations, combined with a respect for the rights and beliefs of others.
• to promote quality and equality for all, including those who are disadvantaged through economic, social, physical and mental factors, in the development of their educational potential.
• to develop intellectual skills combined with a spirit of inquiry and the capacity to analyse issues critically and constructively.
• to develop expressive, creative and artistic abilities to the individual’s full capacity.
• to foster a spirit of self-reliance, innovation, initiative and imagination.
• to promote physical and emotional health and well-being.
• to provide students with the necessary education and training to support the country’s economic development and to enable them to make their particular contribution to society in an effective way.
• to create tolerant, caring and politically aware members of society.
• to ensure that Ireland’s young people acquire a keen awareness of their national and European heritage and identity, coupled with a global awareness and a respect and care for the environment.

Within these general aims the Loreto philosophy of education is centred in God and rooted in Gospel values.  It derives its objectives and specific expression from the insights and vision of St. Ignatius of Loyola and Mary Ward.