ST PATRICKS NS
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About
St Patrick’s National School (JTB) is a mixed primary school serving the Johnstownbridge and Enfield communities in County Kildare (postal address Co. Meath). The school operates under the Education Act 1998 and follows the curriculum and policies set by the Department of Education and Science. It provides a nurturing environment that promotes academic achievement, personal wellbeing and community involvement. Recent initiatives such as the Amber Flag wellbeing award demonstrate a strong focus on mental health, with activities including an Easter egg hunt, a cake‑sale fundraiser for Pieta House, a colourful Buddy Bench to encourage friendship, and a Boast Board celebrating student achievements. The school benefits from modern facilities, including a newly opened library and high‑speed broadband supplied through the Department of Education’s School Broadband Programme, part of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan. Extracurricular provision is broad, encompassing a school choir, swimming, and participation in events such as Goal Jersey Day and Safer Internet Day, reinforcing both physical health and digital safety. A clear set of school policies—covering anti‑bullying, child safeguarding, code of behaviour and wellbeing—underpins daily practice, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all pupils.