Life at the School
St. Patrick’s National School is a fun and vibrant place to learn and work. We are a Catholic school in the parish of Slane and are welcoming of all faiths and none. The children are the focal point of everything that happens here because, without them, the school would not be here at all! Have a look at this video, which gives you an idea of what goes on in our school every day.
Classes
Our scholl has 12 individual classes ranging from Junior Infants right through to 6th class. Each class have their own webpage which gives an insight into their all of their latest news and their day-to-day activities.
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School Life
Capturing moments of joy, curiosity, achievement, our gallery is a testament to the dynamic and enriching experiences.
Meet Our Staff
Our dedicated team of educators is the heartbeat of our kindergarten family. Our team is committed to providing a nurturing.
Mr. Paul O'Donnell
Ms. Lorna Gerrard
Mr. Gearóid O’Connor
Mrs. Ailbhe Goulding
Ms. Leah Kells
Ms. Lauren Delaney
Ms. Catherine Coyle
Grace Malone
Niamh Grehan
Liane Cahill
Sharon Carolan
Davy Hoey
Bernie Kells
Testimonials from Our Students
Listening to student voice is an important part of how our school works. Here are some of their opinions.
“The thing we like most about the school is the staff. They are very friendly, caring and they have a very good sense of humour. They also explain things really well in lessons. Our school is really safe."
Eoghan, Martha, Rachel and Chloe
“Davy, our caretaker, keeps our school really clean and tidy. He works very hard.”
Gráinne
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“We love our outdoor play area because we get to climb and play and learn things. We have great places to play in our school, like in the sandpit, mud pit, our tree house and the field. There is lots of space”
1st & 3rd class students
“We get lots of opportunities to represent our school at music, gaelic football, athletics, quiz events and so much more”.
Eliza
“The hens are our favourite thing about the school. They are so cute and we love looking after them. They make our day when we see them.”
Mary, Kyla, Chloe & Meabh-Ellen
Your Questions Answered!
Whether you're a prospective parent or a current member of our community, this section aims to address inquiries and offer insights.
How are children with additional needs catered for?
Children with a wide variety of needs are catered for in our school. We have a dedicated Special Education Team, made up of teachers and Special Needs Assistants. Plans are drawn up for each child in these circumstances and the class teachers and SET team co-ordinate the needs of children who require support in classrooms or in small group settings, depending on each child’s needs. If you have concerns about your child’s learning or any specific disability or medical need, please contact the school to discuss it further.
What big events take place each year?
An open day takes place each June for parents and children to see the school before children start in September. On the first day of school there is also a coffee morning in the school hall. Each December we host carol services or Christmas plays each December. In January we have Grandparent’s Day and all grandparents are invited. Communion, confirmation and graduation ceremonies also take place each year and families are invited to our school to celebrate them. In the final term, we have an open day for our outdoor learning space and parents are welcome to sports day.
How can parents be involved in their children’s education?
We believe strongly in a partnership approach to children’s education. We have a meeting for new parents before children start and have a number of communication channels with parents, including the school app, Aladdin and here on our website. Class teachers also communicate with parents directly, including parent teacher meetings every November. We also have a brilliant Parent’s Association, who host events in the school each year and are always welcoming of new members. They are available to contact at paslanens@gmail.com
How do you ensure the safety of the children on the premises?
Our school has a perimeter fence, which keeps children safe in the school. Once the school day begins, entry is only by signing in at the school office. Students are also supervised at break times during the school day. We also have practiced routines for entry to, exit from, and movement around the school each day.
Do you offer extra-curricular activities?
Our school has an after-school club from 3-5pm each day. In addition, there are Irish dancing, Speech and Drama and various Music lessons available after school. Communication about after school activities goes out to parents at the start of each year. If you want further information on any of them you can contact office@slanens.ie
Who Manages the School?
St. Patrick’s National School is under Catholic patronage but is welcoming of all faiths and none. The school is run by a voluntary board of management, made up of parents, community members, staff and patron nominees.
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