Situated in the heart of Holywood in County Down, St Patrick’s has been catering for the educational needs of local children since 1938.

We know that children learn best when they feel happy, secure and well cared for, therefore our first priority is the provision of strong pastoral care in a nurturing environment. We aim to develop in our children a passion and love of learning by providing an enriched, broad and balanced curriculum; that delivers a high quality, inclusive education for all, so that each may reach their full potential. We believe that all children are life time learners and this is reflected in our school motto ‘Living and Learning; Today and Tomorrow’.

As a school community, we have been reflecting on our mission statements. All stakeholders have been consulted, as we develop our new school development plan.

School Vision

In today’s world, guided by our Catholic ethos, we strive to nurture pupils for living and learning today and tomorrow within a school community that fosters belonging, celebrates individuality and inspires every child to flourish.

Aims

 St. Patrick’s P.S. promotes high levels of achievement and learning for life through:

• promoting the growth of the whole child and nurturing personal and spiritual development.

• fostering high self-esteem, celebrating diversity, promoting collaboration, and nurturing respect for others and their beliefs.

• nurturing enquiring minds, a growth mindset and a vibrant love for learning.

• high expectations and achieving high standards for every child. 

• promoting digital skills and e-safety.
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• becoming independent learners, critical thinkers, good communicators and leaders for the future who impact and are active contributors to society .

Mission statements 

We believe that each child will succeed through

• a caring ethos, based on the values of Catholic education, within which all pupils feel accepted, respected and loved as individuals.

• a broad, balanced and challenging curriculum.

• a happy and challenging learning environment that is encouraging and celebrating for our pupils, staff and community.

• innovative teaching and the development of thinking skills and mental strategies.

• meeting the educational, social, emotional and well- being needs of all our pupils.

• a positive partnership between school, home, parish and the wider community.

• showing respect for the diverse traditions, values, and beliefs of others, within an educational setting that encourages mutual understanding.

Our vision, aims, mission statements and ethos guide us in managing the development of the school, the curriculum and the community. 

We are engaging with our stakeholders in modernising our aims and mission statements

Should you require any further information please contact the school and we will be happy to assist you.