Patrick's Academy, founded in 1985, is a private Catholic independent fee paying second level school which provides full-time education for day students. Girls are accommodated with local families. The school was founded as a student-friendly place where young people can learn and grow academically, spiritually and physically in a safe, caring, environment. The school is situated in a most picture
sque setting among trees and woodland in the shadow of Ireland's holy mountain, Croagh Patrick. The surroundings lend themselves to a most tranquil atmosphere which in turn helps our students to benefit from a stress-free environment. The motto of the school is 'IN DEO CONFIDIMUS' which means "In God we Trust". The religious aspect of our school is very central to our teaching. We translate our love of God into a positive love of neighbour approach. Kindness is the key to our success. We treat our students kindly, respecting their personal dignity and they in respond in like manner, because they know we genuinely care for each and everyone of them. This results in a happy, family-like atmosphere which enables our students to give of their best.
