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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Day 2 of our Year 10, ‘Who are we?’ Project involving cooking, GAA skills and creativity!! 🎨🏃👩‍🍳
 
9th Jun
Day 2 of our Year 10, ‘Who are we?’ Project involving cooking, GAA skills and creativity!! 🎨🏃👩‍🍳
📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣 Due to the poor weather forecast, Sports Day has been moved to Tuesday 16th June. More details to follow.
 
9th Jun
📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣 Due to the poor weather forecast, Sports Day has been moved to Tuesday 16th June. More details to follow.
📸 Team photos are calling!! 📸 On Thursday morning, photos of the Ulster winning teams and individual sport award winners will take place with a professi...
 
9th Jun
📸 Team photos are calling!! 📸 On Thursday morning, photos of the Ulster winning teams and individual sport award winners will take place with a professional photographer. Students need to come to school in full uniform and then change into the appropriate gear for their team photos eg skorts, shorts, socks and school jerseys will be provided. The following teams are needed: • Year 8 Mini Girls Cross Country team  • Year 8 Boys Football (Caoimhin Mallon Shield)  • Year 9 Boys Armagh Allstars Blitz  • Year 10 Boys Gaelic Football  • Year 11 Boys’ football  • U16 (Year 11) Ladies Football  • U16 Rugby  • Senior Camogie  • Senior Hurling  • Golf Team  Individual award winners: QUB Future Stars, Senior All Stars and Athletics winners   Please ensure all pupils are ready for their photos at 10am in the Assembly Hall.
With only 1 week to go to our first ever Golf Classic we have a limited number of tee times left ⛳️ So if you, your family or work colleagues would like to...
 
9th Jun
With only 1 week to go to our first ever Golf Classic we have a limited number of tee times left ⛳️ So if you, your family or work colleagues would like to book in a team, or if you have a business who would like to support us by sponsoring a Tee or a Green please contact Charleen Gordon or Chris Furphy on 028 37531393 asap. There will be a BBQ and refreshments included on the day and great prizes to be won such as Golf vouchers for the Slieve Russell, Concra wood, Belvoir Park and many, many more! It promises to be a great day out for our school and community. All proceeds from this event will allow the school to purchase a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle.
The Parents, Teachers and Friends Association of St Patrick’s High School are delighted to have been shortlisted for the 2026 ABC TAKE500+ Grant Programme thi...
 
8th Jun
The Parents, Teachers and Friends Association of St Patrick’s High School are delighted to have been shortlisted for the 2026 ABC TAKE500+ Grant Programme this year. We are hoping, with your support, to receive a grant for £1,000 towards a Polytunnel! Please come along to the TAKE500+ event at the Armagh City Hotel on Saturday 13 June any time from 10am to 2pm and give us your vote, as every vote counts. Everyone aged 8 and over who attends the event can vote to support the project ideas they want to see happen in their area and voting will be done electronically. Voters will receive a sheet with a numbered list of projects with a QR code to take you through to the voting on their phone. Each person will have an allocated number of votes to use. You can vote once for each project, you can also vote for your own project, but you must allocate all of your votes otherwise, your vote will not be counted.
Today at SPK, our Year 10s were busy with the “Who Are We?” project, exploring the DNA of their local areas, trying their hand at traditional Irish cookery,...
 
8th Jun
Today at SPK, our Year 10s were busy with the “Who Are We?” project, exploring the DNA of their local areas, trying their hand at traditional Irish cookery, collaborating with classmates, and getting creative along the way. For homework, they’ve been challenged to discover what makes their townlands so special. Here’s a snapshot of Monday’s activities—stay tuned for more tomorrow.
SPK Connect See it Believe it Be it Pupils from the Haven class at St. Patrick’s had the opportunity to explore the exciting world of hospitality during a s...
 
8th Jun
SPK Connect See it Believe it Be it Pupils from the Haven class at St. Patrick’s had the opportunity to explore the exciting world of hospitality during a special educational visit to the Armagh City Hotel. The group was warmly welcomed by the hotel team and taken on an engaging behind-the-scenes tour of the facilities. Throughout the visit, pupils were introduced to the wide variety of roles within the hospitality sector, gaining valuable insight into how different departments work together to provide excellent service to guests. From front-of-house operations to kitchen management, housekeeping, events coordination, and customer service, the pupils experienced first-hand the diverse career pathways available within the industry. The visit provided a meaningful and practical learning experience, helping to broaden students understanding of future employment opportunities. Staff and pupils from St. Patrick’s expressed their sincere gratitude to the Armagh City Hotel for their generosity, enthusiasm, and hospitality throughout the day. The welcoming atmosphere and thoughtful engagement by hotel staff made the trip both educational and enjoyable for all involved.
Today our Haven class received their medals as a recognition of all their hard work, dedication and great achievements throughout the school year. Thank you to ...
 
8th Jun
Today our Haven class received their medals as a recognition of all their hard work, dedication and great achievements throughout the school year. Thank you to everyone who helped us through out the year. Well done everyone. 👏
Today we had our first girls golf taster day in Warrenpoint Golf Club. Many thanks to Grace and Sorcha for helping out. Kevin McGivern PGA professional provide...
 
8th Jun
Today we had our first girls golf taster day in Warrenpoint Golf Club. Many thanks to Grace and Sorcha for helping out. Kevin McGivern PGA professional provided the tutelage and a great day was had by all.
 
 

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