Our History
This Institute was founded in 1609 by Mary Ward, an English woman.
Loreto Sisters arrived in Mauritius in 1845 and started educating girls.
A day school for primary and secondary pupils was opened in Vacoas in 1935. The junior schools of Vacoas and Quatre-Bornes were amalgamated in Vacoas in January 1977. Henceforth the school was known as “Ecole de Lorette Vacoas”
Ecole de Lorette Vacoas is a private Catholic Primary School with approximately 600 pupils. It is one of many schools throughout the world directed by the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Loreto Sisters).
Loreto Crest
The Loreto crest is the badge worn by all students in Loreto schools throughout the world. The design includes Latin inscriptions closely linked with four symbols.
"Maria Regina Angelorum"
Mary Queen of Angels which indicate
the patronage of our Lady
"Cruci Dum Spiro Fido"
While I live I put my trust in the cross.
The Cross - Sign of our Salvation a symbol of suffering patiently borne.
The Sacred Heart - Source of the infinite love of Jesus for each one of us.
The Heart of Mary - Our human model and inspiration.
The Anchor - A symbol of hope.