Glendale is known for its academics, community involvement, arts programs, and sports teams, particularly the boys basketball teams who have won numerous OFSAA "AA" championships over the years. The Glendale Rugby Club is gaining a lot of attention in the community and around Thames Valley after a second straight TVRAA "AA" title. The school's football team has grown over the last ten years and has won two championships, and finalists in two back to back bowl games. The school has also very successful hockey team with numerous TVRAA "AA" Champions and past OFSAA "AA" finalists. The school also has a very strong music program winning competitions in Canada and USA.