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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9th March 2026
Folgaria Day 2 ⛷️
Teacher of the Year Nominations are open …
Tobogganing last night in Lavarone 😄
Well Done Patrick who won joint Hurler of the Year with Castleblayney Hurling Club 👏🏼
8th March 2026
Folgaria Day 1 ⛷️
Sunday Study Open 10 - 3 Years 12 - 14
🤩🤩🤩 What a journey. While the result on the scoreboard yesterday wasn't in our favour, the heart, skill, and determination shown by our Senior Hurlers in the All-Ireland Semi-Final was nothing short of legendary. They gave it their all. To reach this stage of the competition is a massive achievement. You’ve represented our school, your families, your clubs and your community with incredible pride and sportsmanship. You’ve shown every student what is possible with hard work, commitment and grit. A Final Bow for our Year 14 students A special, emotional mention must go to the players who wore the SPK school jersey for the very last time today. You have been the backbone of this team for years, leading by example and leaving the jersey in a better place than you found it. While your time playing for SPK has come to an end, the legacy of this season will inspire the next generation of hurlers for years to come. A Special Thank You to the Management A run like this doesn't happen by accident. We owe a huge debt of gratitude to our coaches, Damien and Ruairi. Thank you both for the countless hours on the training pitch, your expert guidance, and for fostering such a fantastic team spirit. You’ve not only built a great team but have been incredible mentors to these young men. Why we’re holding our heads high: •Two Casements back to back - that is an amazing achievement. • Showing such Character: Fighting for every ball until the final whistle in ever game •We are proud of you all To the parents, carers and families, thank you for all the support. We couldn’t do it without you.
Suited, Booted and Ready to go ⛷️🎿😎
 
 

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