May is just around the corner and we are delighted that training is returning! We are wishing you all the best on the return to GAA and for those of you thinking of joining a club, here is a snip of what there is to look forward to from one of our local clubs. Whatever sport or club - get out, get active and have fun. Enjoy everyone :)
"We are delighted with the response to our National SOW week. We have had a big increase in the number of people walking, cycling, scooting and doing park & ride/walk coming to school, which is fantastic for the environment and also for reducing the amount of traffic on our roads.
Out of 196 students attending school, 66 either walked, cycled or scooted on Monday - 34% of our population; 88 on Tuesday - 45%; 105 on Wednesday - 52%; giving a total of 259 students over the three days so far this week.
A big 'thank you' to all of those who have made the effort. We hope that the walking, cycling, scooting or park & ride/walk to school will continue on after our Easter Holidays, with the safety of everyone at the forefront".
Out of 196 students attending school, 66 either walked, cycled or scooted on Monday - 34% of our population; 88 on Tuesday - 45%; 105 on Wednesday - 52%; giving a total of 259 students over the three days so far this week.
A big 'thank you' to all of those who have made the effort. We hope that the walking, cycling, scooting or park & ride/walk to school will continue on after our Easter Holidays, with the safety of everyone at the forefront".
![]() Dear Parents, We have all eagerly awaited the return to school. We are delighted that day has arrived to have all our wonderful students back. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the hard work and support you have all given during this lockdown. We now need to continue to work together in continuing to stay safe. Please remind your children of these return to school guidelines. In these coming weeks we have some news to share. - For St. Patrick's Day this year we are inviting children to dress in green, white or gold on the 16th. - Daffodil Day this year is celebrated on the 26th of March. We are inviting children to dress up in yellow and bring a donation of 2 euro. - Remember it is Seachtain Na Gaeilge. Encourge a little Irish where you can by using small phrases or words, maybe watch an irish programme this week. - Our Easter raffle has some great prizes this year. 3 Easter eggs to be won in each class and spot prizes throughout the school are up for grabs too. Tickets are 2 euro per strip and 5 euro for 3 strips. Our raffle will take place on the day of the holidays, the 26th of March. We are now taking children for enrollment in the new school year 2021-2022. Spread the word. We look forward to welcoming new members to the St.Patrick's school community. You can contact us on 045 - 432446 or email us at scopadnua.ias@gmail.com |
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Fáilte go Scoil Naomh Phádraig
Mission Statement
We the Principal and staff of St. Patrick’s National School strive for excellence in meeting education needs of our pupils, to enable them to live full lives as children to equip themselves of further education. We do this in a caring and pleasant environment in which the essential contribution of each member of the school community is valued. The values of human dignity, compassion, justice, equality and respect guide us in our work. We will always within the foregoing context, make every effort to maintain high standards in teaching while reflecting the changes in our society and educational development. Enrolment Equality of access is the key value that determines the enrolment of children to our school. No child is refused admission for reasons of ethnicity, special educational needs, disability, language/accent, gender, traveller status, asylum seeker/refugee status/political beliefs and values, family or social circumstances. Parents seeking to enrol children are requested to complete an Enrolment/Application form. New Junior Infants and their parents meet with the Junior Infant class teacher at the end of June prior to classes starting in September. The Board of Management determines the maximum number of children in each classroom, bearing in mind. Size/available space in classroom. Educational needs of children with special educational/behavioural needs. Department of Education and Science maximum class average directives. IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We have updated our School Attendance Strategy policy and I would encourage you to familiarize yourself with it. You will find it under Policies on the website.Below is a link to a booklet from the National Education Welfare Board and Tusla for parents called 'Don't let your child miss out'
http://www.tusla.ie/uploads/content/EW_parents_leaflet_english.pdf Please be mindful and aware of what apps and sites your child is on. |
About Us St. Patrick’s N.S. is a co-ed Church of Ireland School in Newbridge, Co. Kildare. It has a staff of 8 teachers from Junior Infants to Sixth Class. We have 4 SEN Teachers (one shared) and a special class for children with autism. Along with this we have six special needs assistants (S.N.A's). Ethos The school aims at fostering a sense of community between management, teachers, parents and pupils. The teaching staff aim at making the school a centre of excellence in which high professional standards are maintained and where pupils learn in a safe and happy environment. A spirit of mutual respect is promoted within the school. The pupils are drawn by example and teaching to appreciate and respect people of different nationalities and religious affiliations. The Code of Behaviour reflects the Christian values promoted within the school with an emphasis on forgiveness and reconciliation. The teachers are sensitive to the needs and particular circumstances of pupils. Contact is maintained between the school and the home. Ancillary staff in the school are highly respected and it is recognised that their work makes a valued contribution to the process of education. |

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