Saint Patrick's High School, Keady, Co Armagh

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Welcome

It is with great pride and pleasure that I warmly welcome you, and your family, to St Patrick’s High School. Students in St Patrick’s are happy and cared for, we have high expectations and instil an aspirational mindset.

We are an all-ability, co-educational Catholic school where every child is recognised and celebrated as an individual. Our child-centred focus ensures that each and every child is guided and supported to shine both inside and outside the classroom.

St Patrick’s is a vibrant learning environment, and this inclusive, caring community ensures success for all in every aspect of school life.

At St Patrick’s High School, we are committed to providing a holistic education that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to create a supportive and stimulating environment where academic excellence is achieved alongside personal growth and spiritual development. We believe that every child has unique gifts and talents, and it is our mission to help them discover and develop these to the fullest.

Our Catholic ethos and faith are at the core of everything we do. It guides our values and shapes our actions, fostering a sense of respect, compassion, and service to others. Our motto “Respect for yourself and Consideration for others” drives us in all we do.

We offer a broad and balanced curriculum that caters to the needs of all our students, ensuring they are well prepared for whichever future pathway they choose to follow. It is our hope that every child will succeed and follow a path that brings happiness, satisfaction, and where they can contribute effectively to society.

Our extracurricular activities provide rich opportunities for students to explore their interests and develop new skills, from sports and arts to community service and leadership.

We are proud of our strong partnership with parents, parishes, partner primary schools, and the wider community. Together, we work to create a nurturing environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.

Thank you for considering our school for your child's education. We look forward to welcoming you into our community and embarking on this exciting journey together.

Mrs K. McKenna
Principal

 
 

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Big shout out to Eimear 🤩
Our Year 13 English literature students attended the Seamus Heaney HomePlace today where they received both an AS level lecture and seminar on the comparison of Seamus Heaney and Robert Frost poetry as they prepare for their upcoming assessment. A fantastic opportunity and rewarding experience for our students.
Congratulations to the U14 rugby team winning their Ulster Shield QF today against Lisnagarvey High School with the dominating 67-3 victory. Man of the match to Rokas for his excellent play in attack.
SPK Connect See it Believe it Be it St. Patrick’s was delighted to welcome back past pupil Fionnula Kelly to speak with our Year 10 and Year 12 students about the wide range of career opportunities available within the IT sector. Fionnula delivered an engaging and informative presentation, offering pupils valuable insight into pathways within the rapidly evolving world of technology. Having established a successful career for herself, Fionnula is currently employed by Rapid 7as a Senior Software Engineering Manager. She previously studied BEng Computer Science at Queen’s University Belfast, where she developed the knowledge and skills that have supported her professional journey. During her visit, Fionnula shared her experiences of university life, entering the workforce, and the diverse roles available within the IT industry. Her journey serves as an inspiration to our students, demonstrating the exciting and rewarding opportunities that exist within this growing sector. This presentation aligns closely with current Labour Market Information, which highlights positive employment projections within the IT and technology sectors. Providing our pupils with up-to-date career insights remains a key priority at St. Patrick’s, ensuring they are well-informed about future opportunities. We are incredibly proud of Fionnula’s achievements and were honoured to welcome her back to school. Her visit reinforces our commitment to encouraging students to explore a wide range of pathways beyond their time at St. Patrick’s and to aim high in pursuing their ambitions.
Haven 1 had lots of fun experimenting with magnets today. We went on a magnet hunt around the school, making predictions and testing our ideas 🧲
No Saturday plans?? Now you do 🤝 Support our hurlers this Saturday in Kells, Co Meath with the game starting @1pm against Colaiste Cormac in the All Ireland’s Schools Semi Final. Wishing team and management the best of luck 👏🏼
Year 11 and 12 had a fantastic morning celebrating International Women’s Day at Craigavon Civic Centre. They were inspired by brilliant speakers Philippa McShane (McShane Packaging), comedian Emer Maguire, and Laura O’Neill, each bringing this year’s theme #GiveToGain to life. A huge thank‑you to Armagh, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council for hosting such an uplifting and empowering event.
Well done Kenny winning showjumping 👏🏼
 
 

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