St. Paul's National School

About

St Paul’s National School is a co‑educational primary school in Waterford serving children from Junior Infants through 6th class. The school follows the Irish national curriculum while placing a strong emphasis on holistic development, encouraging pupils to excel academically, creatively and physically. A broad range of extracurricular activities – including chess, coding with Scratch, music (choir, recorder, clarinet, flute and saxophone), and a vibrant arts programme – complement classroom learning and foster confidence, teamwork and problem‑solving skills. The school’s facilities support a varied programme: a dedicated hall for performances and exhibitions, access to a local swimming pool for regular PE lessons, indoor hurling sessions with Roanmore CLG, and partnerships with community clubs for Gaelic football, hurling and basketball. Regular participation in regional competitions such as the Waterford Schools’ Athletics Day, Féile Fichille chess tournament and FAI Soccer Blitz highlights the school’s commitment to sport and community involvement. These opportunities, together with a supportive environment and active parental engagement, aim to nurture well‑rounded individuals prepared for the next stage of their education.