Primary School

ST PATRICKS B N S

Cork, Cork
DEIS Boys

School Details

Address
Gardiner's Hill, Cork
Location
Cork, Cork
School Type
Primary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
152 students
Enrollment Split
152 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
No subjects through Irish
Gender
Boys
Roll Number
17045Q
Latest Inspection Reports
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About

St. Patrick’s Boys National School is a co‑educational primary school situated on the edge of Cork City, forming part of the wider St. Patrick’s Campus community. Guided by a Roman Catholic ethos and the patronage of the Bishop of Cork and Ross, the school delivers the Irish National Curriculum while fostering an inclusive environment that welcomes children of all faiths. Emphasis is placed on developing kind, caring, socially conscious and independent young citizens, with a strong focus on intellectual, spiritual and personal growth. The school’s educational approach combines a supportive yet challenging atmosphere with active parental partnership, recognising families as equal contributors to pupils’ learning journeys. Facilities support a broad range of activities, from academic learning spaces to areas for physical and cultural development, and the school benefits from close links with local educational organisations and neighbouring campus schools. The motto “Ó gach duine a dhícheall – From each person their best” encapsulates the community’s commitment to helping every child achieve their full potential.