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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Year 13 students attended the UCAS convention today at the Eikon Centre in Lisburn. There was plenty of opportunity to speak to university representatives from all over Ireland and the U.K.
Miss Houlahan’s form class, 965, delivered a presentation this morning to their year group on the importance of St Patrick’s Day and finished their assembly with the amazing Mya and Leah singing ‘Hail Glorious St Patrick’ ☘️
Year 14 Historians went on a fantastic day trip to Dublin today. They toured both Kilmainham Gaol and Glasnevin Cemetery. Our Historians enjoyed every moment hearing about Irish History and seeing iconic sites first hand. 🇮🇪
Folgaria Day 3 ⛷️- All groups have progressed up the mountain 😎
🌴 I’m a Teacher Get Me Out of Here!🌴 Your cast has been announced… who do you think will win?? 🤔 👇🏼 Join us this Thursday at break time in Assembly Hall to watch our teachers take on some terrifying tasks!! £2 entry to go to School Aid Romania, pay at door.
10th March 2026
SPK on tour in Folgaria 😎
Haven pupils have been completing the Young Enterprise Programme during Life Skills. For market, pupils made Valentines themed presents. Ever the entrepreneurs, they have rebranded for Mother’s Day. Staff can purchase products from the staff room 👏🏼
SPK Connect See it Believe it Be it This morning, pupils from St. Patrick’s High School attended the Agri-Food Event held at Armagh City Hotel. The visit provided students with an excellent opportunity to engage directly with local employers and learn more about the wide range of careers available within the agri-food sector. During the event, pupils spoke with representatives from a variety of organisations who showcased their businesses, discussed the skills required in the industry, and highlighted the diverse job opportunities that exist across the sector. The interactive nature of the event allowed students to gain valuable insights into potential career pathways and the importance of the agri-food industry within the local economy. Current Labour Market Information identifies the agri-food sector as a key demand area for employment, with a growing need for skilled workers across many roles including production, food science, engineering, logistics, and business management.
Our Year 9 Girls took part in a competitive blitz today. We played against teams from St Paul’s Bessbrook, Colaiste Oriiall, St John the Baptist and St Louis Monaghan. All the girls were brilliant and displayed great games of football. Well done girls. Our Captain this year is Megan 👏
 
 

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