Welcome To
St. Patrick's Language Academy
Welcome To
St. Patrick's Language Academy
Private Secondary School
Spiritual Retreats
Virtual Classroom Program
eLearning
Holiday Accommodation
Student Language Camps
Private Secondary School
Spiritual Retreats
Virtual Classroom Program
eLearning
Holiday Accommodation
Student Language Camps
Where To Find Us
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Private Secondary School
St. Patrick's Academy is a small private Catholic secondary school for boys and girls. It fosters an exemplary education in mind, body and spirit.
The school strives to instill within each student a desire to identify and fully develop their God-given talents while pursuing excellence in all endeavors.
As a values-based school, we emphasise the importance of compassion and respect. The atmosphere at the academy is shaped by the close sense of community within the school.
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St. Patrick's Academy is a small private Catholic secondary school for boys and girls. It fosters an exemplary education in mind, body and spirit.
The school strives to instill within each student a desire to identify and fully develop their God-given talents while pursuing excellence in all endeavors.
As a values-based school, we emphasise the importance of compassion and respect. The atmosphere at the academy is shaped by the close sense of community within the school.
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Online Classes
Virtual Classroom Program
Recognising a growing demand from parents for home-based education particularly in this current climate the Academy has developed a distance learning facility and provides a Parent Support Program for the families who may need this.
The Virtual Classroom program offered by St. Patrick's Academy allows second level students to participate in a classroom setting learning for the subjects that suit their specific educational requirements without the need to physically attend the school.
The program allows the student to take part in normal classes for their required subjects through the use of video conferencing technology delivered through the internet.
The student may take as many subjects as they require and will have the same schedule for their chosen subjects as the students that are attending the school in person.
Virtual Classroom Program
Recognising a growing demand from parents for home-based education particularly in this current climate the Academy has developed a distance learning facility and provides a Parent Support Program for the families who may need this.
The Virtual Classroom program offered by St. Patrick's Academy allows second level students to participate in a classroom setting learning for the subjects that suit their specific educational requirements without the need to physically attend the school.
The program allows the student to take part in normal classes for their required subjects through the use of video conferencing technology delivered through the internet.
The student may take as many subjects as they require and will have the same schedule for their chosen subjects as the students that are attending the school in person.
Benefits Of The Virtual Classroom
The primary benefit of the Virtual Classroom Program is that it will allow the student to fully participate in a class without having to leave their home environment.
The ability to ask questions and hear the questions of other students in a real time environment is far more beneficial than other alternative services such as correspondence courses.
One can learn so much from a question of another student during a class, and also the ability to resolve questions through the teacher rather than at a later date can only benefit the growth in knowledge of the student.
A common sentiment among parents who have decided to provide their children with their education in the home environment is that they have a number of subjects that they find challenging to teach.
It is common that parents look for assistance through grinds or the help of others for such subjects.
This in itself is usually not a problem, but the travel and inconvenience of this can take its toll, especially when there are other children that also need to be taken care of.
The virtual classroom removes this inconvenience by providing support for these subjects in the student's home during normal school hours, ensuring that afternoons and evenings are free for other activities.
There are also parents who wish to have their children educated at home but do not feel comfortable doing so.
This may be due to a lack in confidence in their abilities to direct their children in their education or for other reasons.
The Virtual Classroom provides the support for these parents to educate their children in the home environment by allowing the students to take a full or partial curriculum through the school.
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Benefits Of The Virtual
Classroom
The primary benefit of the Virtual Classroom Program is that it will allow the student to fully participate in a class without having to leave their home environment.
The ability to ask questions and hear the questions of other students in a real time environment is far more beneficial than other alternative services such as correspondence courses.
One can learn so much from a question of another student during a class, and also the ability to resolve questions through the teacher rather than at a later date can only benefit the growth in knowledge of the student.
There are also parents who wish to have their children educated at home but do not feel comfortable doing so.
This may be due to a lack in confidence in their abilities to direct their children in their education or for other reasons.
The Virtual Classroom provides the support for these parents to educate their children in the home environment by allowing the students to take a full or partial curriculum through the school.
Want To Know More?
Contact Us Now!
Holiday Accommodation & Events
Weddings
Student Camps
Walking Groups
Spiritual
Retreats
Holiday Destination
St. Patrick's Academy boasts spectacular grounds of 11 acres and is located only 10 km from Westport town and 12km from Castlebar, we are ideally located for holiday accommodation in Co. Mayo.
We offer excellent facilities for Conferences, Courses, Retreats, Scouts, Student Camps, Spiritual Retreats, Family Stays, Small Weddings, Walking Groups etc. which allows for visitors to spend quality time together.
We make it our goal to provide the very best surroundings, amenities and activities in a variety of locations to meet the ever changing demands of today’s society.
We look forward to serving you and making your quality time even more enjoyable.
We offer excellent facilities for Conferences, Courses, Retreats, Scouts, Student Camps, Spiritual Retreats, Family Stays, Small Weddings, Walking Groups etc. which allows for visitors to spend quality time together.
We make it our goal to provide the very best surroundings, amenities and activities in a variety of locations to meet the ever changing demands of today’s society.
We look forward to serving you and making your quality time even more enjoyable.
Weddings
Student Camps
Walking Groups
Spiritual
Retreats
Holiday Destination
St. Patrick's Academy boasts spectacular grounds of 11 acres and is located only 10 km from Westport town and 12km from Castlebar, we are ideally located for holiday accommodation in Co. Mayo.
We offer excellent facilities for Conferences, Courses, Retreats, Scouts, Student Camps, Spiritual Retreats, Family Stays, Small Weddings, Walking Groups etc. which allows for visitors to spend quality time together.
We make it our goal to provide the very best surroundings, amenities and activities in a variety of locations to meet the ever changing demands of today’s society.
We look forward to serving you and making your quality time even more enjoyable.
We offer excellent facilities for Conferences, Courses, Retreats, Scouts, Student Camps, Spiritual Retreats, Family Stays, Small Weddings, Walking Groups etc. which allows for visitors to spend quality time together.
We make it our goal to provide the very best surroundings, amenities and activities in a variety of locations to meet the ever changing demands of today’s society.
We look forward to serving you and making your quality time even more enjoyable.
Walking Groups
Walkers are spoilt for choice with beautiful trains close to school.
We provide hostel/ bunkhouses self-catering style accommodation and campervan sites.
Whether you’re into quiet woodland strolls, a relaxing walking holiday or mountainous treks their is plenty of stunning trains to choose from
which are located near St. Patrick's Academy.
Spiritual Retreats
Would you like to explore a closer relationship with God?
We welcome you to the serene spiritual atmosphere of St. Patrick's Academy.
During our guests stay they get to savor the silence of the peaceful grounds and chapel.
A retreat is a time to come away from the busy world and reflect on your spiritual life in a variety of ways.
Student Camps
At St. Patrick's Academy we facilitate student camps which feature facilities both indoor and outdoor including — a games room, football pitch, volleyball pitch, spacious grounds, scenic walks in the surrounding village, and fishing in the local lake.
Students also have access to our chapel for quiet prayer.
Our goal is to create a safe and fun atmosphere where students can play, learn, and grow.
Our staff is highly experienced and enthusiastic working alongside the leaders to really add to the student experience.
Weddings
Looking for a small, intimate wedding venue?
Our small traditional chapel offers a sacred space to make your union to be truly memorable.
This a perfect location for a couple looking for a place to celebrate their love in front of God.
Want To Know More? Contact Us Now!
Walking Groups
Walkers are spoilt for choice with beautiful trains close to school.
We provide hostel/ bunkhouses self-catering style accommodation and campervan sites.
Whether you’re into quiet woodland strolls, a relaxing walking holiday or mountainous treks their is plenty of stunning trains to choose from which are located near St. Patrick's Academy.
Spiritual Retreats
Would you like to explore a closer relationship with God?
We welcome you to the serene spiritual atmosphere of St. Patrick's Academy.
During our guests stay they get to savor the silence of the peaceful grounds and chapel.
A retreat is a time to come away from the busy world and reflect on your spiritual life in a variety of ways.
Student Camps
At St. Patrick's Academy we facilitate student camps which feature facilities both indoor and outdoor including — a games room, football pitch, volleyball pitch, spacious grounds, scenic walks in the surrounding village, and fishing in the local lake.
Students also have access to our chapel for quiet prayer.
Our goal is to create a safe and fun atmosphere where students can play, learn, and grow.
Our staff is highly experienced and enthusiastic working alongside the leaders to really add to the student experience.
Weddings
Looking for a small, intimate wedding venue?
Our small traditional chapel offers a sacred space to make your union to be truly memorable.
This a perfect location for a couple looking for a place to celebrate their love in front of God.
Want To Know More?Contact Us Now!
Places To Visit
Croagh Patrick
Croagh Patrick — the holiest mountain, nicknamed the Reek, is a 764m mountain and is the fourth highest mountain in Mayo and an important site of pilgrimage.
It is 8 km from Westport, a total of 20 km to St. Patrick's Academy and is situated above the villages of Murrisk and Lecanvey.
Stand where St. Patrick himself once stood, as you take a spiritual journey like no other.
Knock Shrine
Knock Shrine — The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Knock, usually referred to as Knock Shrine is a pilgrimage site and National Shrine in the village of Knock, Co. Mayo and is located 45 km from St. Patrick's Academy.
Pilgrims and visitors have been visiting the shrine since the Apparition of Our Lady on the 21st of August 1879. It was on this day that the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared, to her right bowed respectfully towards her was St. Joseph and to Our Lady’s left stood John the Evangelist
Pilgrims and visitors have been visiting the shrine ever since this miracle occurred.
Westport Town
Castlebar Town
Castlebar Town — Castlebar is the county town of County Mayo and is located 12 km from St. Patrick's Academy.
Castlebar is a town steeped in history and has played a major part in some of the most pivotal events in Irish history including the 1798 Rising, which incorporated 'The Races of Castlebar' and The Land War'.
The campus of Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology is located in Castlebar making it a bustling student and shopping town today.
It is linked by railway to Dublin, Westport and Ballina. The main route by road is the N5.
Turlough Museum
Turlough Museum — The National Museum of Ireland – Country Life is located in Turlough village, 8 km northeast of Castlebar, Co. Mayo and a total of 17 km from the St. Patrick's Academy.
Established in 2001, the museum is part of the National Museum of Ireland and is the only national museum outside Dublin.
The museum offers a year-round programme of workshops, talks and tours for all ages and a changing programme of temporary exhibitions on historical and contemporary themes.
There is free admission and also a café and gift shop onsite.
Blue Flag Beaches in Mayo
Mayo is unique as one of Europe's most unspoiled regions in environmental terms.
Clean coastal and inland waters, Blue Flag beaches, and the splendour of superb natural scenery are treasures which Mayo enjoys.
There are few regions in Europe that match the quality of Mayo's beaches and the County is the proud holder of 11 Blue Flag awards.
The following are just some of the nearest to St. Patrick's Academy, the nearest being as close as 23 km — WESTPORT (Bertra Strand),
LOUISBURGH (Carrawmore Beach), MULRANNY (Mulranny Beach).
Croagh Patrick
Croagh Patrick — the holiest mountain, nicknamed the Reek, is a 764m mountain and is the fourth highest mountain in Mayo and an important site of pilgrimage.
It is 8 km from Westport, a total of 20 km to St. Patrick's Academy and is situated above the villages of Murrisk and Lecanvey.
Stand where St. Patrick himself once stood, as you take a spiritual journey like no other.
Knock Shrine
Knock Shrine — The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Knock, usually referred to as Knock Shrine is a pilgrimage site and National Shrine in the village of Knock, Co. Mayo and is located 45 km from St. Patrick's Academy.
Pilgrims and visitors have been visiting the shrine since the Apparition of Our Lady on the 21st of August 1879.
It was on this day that the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared, to her right bowed respectfully towards her was St. Joseph and to Our Lady’s left stood John the Evangelist
Pilgrims and visitors have been visiting the shrine ever since this miracle occurred.
Westport Town
Award Winning Westport Town — named Ireland's Tidiest Large Town at the 2019 National Tidy Towns awards.
Westport has been named Ireland's Tidiest Large town at the 2019 National Tidy Towns awards, for the third year in a row.
Westport located 10 km from the Academy. In the Georgian town centre, stone bridges link the tree-lined promenade on the banks of the Carrowbeg River.
Rockfleet Castle and Burrishoole Abbey, both to the northwest, have ties to the 16th-century pirate queen, Grace O’ Malley. The Great Western Greenway bike and pedestrian trail runs from Westport to Achill Island, in the northwest.
Castlebar Town
Turlough Museum
Turlough Museum — The National Museum of Ireland – Country Life is located in Turlough village, 8 km northeast of Castlebar, Co. Mayo and a total of 17 km from the St. Patrick's Academy.
Established in 2001, the museum is part of the National Museum of Ireland and is the only national museum outside Dublin.
The museum offers a year-round programme of workshops, talks and tours for all ages and a changing programme of temporary exhibitions on historical and contemporary themes.
There is free admission and also a café and gift shop onsite.
Blue Flag Beaches in Mayo
Mayo is unique as one of Europe's most unspoiled regions in environmental terms.
Clean coastal and inland waters, Blue Flag beaches, and the splendour of superb natural scenery are treasures which Mayo enjoys.
There are few regions in Europe that match the quality of Mayo's beaches and the County is the proud holder of 11 Blue Flag awards.
The following are just some of the nearest to St. Patrick's Academy, the nearest being as close as 23 km — WESTPORT (Bertra Strand), LOUISBURGH (Carrawmore Beach), MULRANNY (Mulranny Beach).
About Us
St. Patrick's Academy, founded in 1985, is a private Catholic independent fee paying second level school which provides full-time education.
The school was founded as a student-friendly place where young people can learn and grow academically, spiritually and physically in a safe and caring environment.
The school is situated in a most picturesque setting amongst trees and woodland in the shadow of Croagh Patrick. The surroundings lend themselves to a 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, at all times respecting their personal dignity and autonomy. This results in a open, honest and trustworthy atmosphere which enables our students to give their best to their learning and growth.
The school has a clear identity with character formation and personal spiritual development alongside high academic standards being our primary objectives. We strive to assist every student reach their highest potential and be their best.
We provide education that is balanced and individualised based on an assessment of each student's own abilities and particular needs. Every effort is made to personalise the course of study to facilitate the student as much as possible.
The Academy is proud of its success in helping students overcome any emotional or educational difficulties they may have and helping them to achieve their goals.
Annette's Principal Message
Dear Parents,
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to share my vision of our school with you. We aim to develop in our students the highest moral, spiritual and academic ideals.
This is made possible through our kind, caring and formative approach to each student.
We are totally committed to providing a safe, loving environment where our students can grow and develop to reach their full potential.
In our experience, happy students are highly motivated students. We value each of our students in the knowledge that they are our "Hope for the future".
Please come and visit our school. See and feel for yourselves the happy, tranquil and caring atmosphere. We look forward to meeting you.
- Annette Casey
Annette CaseyCo-Founder & Principal
Rev. Fr. Alan WildersCo-Founder & Chaplain
Requiescat in Pace
Fr. Wilders went to his final resting place on the 4th April 2006 after a year of suffering, bravely borne and offered to God.
While he is fondly remembered and sadly missed by all who crossed paths with him, his gentle spirit, teachings and methods continue to guide us here at St. Patrick's Academy.
St. Patrick's Academy, founded in 1985, is a private Catholic independent fee paying second level school which provides full-time education.
The school was founded as a student-friendly place where young people can learn and grow academically, spiritually and physically in a safe and caring environment.
The school is situated in a most picturesque setting amongst trees and woodland in the shadow of Croagh Patrick. The surroundings lend themselves to a 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, at all times respecting their personal dignity and autonomy. This results in a open, honest and trustworthy atmosphere which enables our students to give their best to their learning and growth.
The school has a clear identity with character formation and personal spiritual development alongside high academic standards being our primary objectives.
We strive to assist every student reach their highest potential and be their best.
We provide education that is balanced and individualised based on an assessment of each student's own abilities and particular needs.
Every effort is made to personalise the course of study to facilitate the student as much as possible.
The Academy is proud of its success in helping students overcome any emotional or educational difficulties they may have and helping them to achieve their goals.
The school has a clear identity with character formation and personal spiritual development alongside high academic standards being our primary objectives.
We strive to assist every student reach their highest potential and be their best.
We provide education that is balanced and individualised based on an assessment of each student's own abilities and particular needs.
Every effort is made to personalise the course of study to facilitate the student as much as possible.
The Academy is proud of its success in helping students overcome any emotional or educational difficulties they may have and helping them to achieve their goals.
Annette's Principal Message
Annette CaseyCo-Founder & Principal
Dear Parents,
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to share my vision of our school with you. We aim to develop in our students the highest moral, spiritual and academic ideals.
This is made possible through our kind, caring and formative approach to each student.
We are totally committed to providing a safe, loving environment where our students can grow and develop to reach their full potential.
In our experience, happy students are highly motivated students. We value each of our students in the knowledge that they are our "Hope for the future".
Please come and visit our school. See and feel for yourselves the happy, tranquil and caring atmosphere. We look forward to meeting you.
- Annette Casey
Requiescat in Pace
Rev. Fr. Alan WildersCo-Founder & Chaplain
Co-founder and Chaplain, Fr. Alan Wilders, imparted a great spiritual legacy together with his personal example of selfless love in the service of God and the Church.
Fr. Wilders went to his final resting place on the 4th April 2006 after a year of suffering, bravely borne and offered to God.
While he is fondly remembered and sadly missed by all who crossed paths with him, his gentle spirit, teachings and methods continue to guide us here at St. Patrick's Academy.
School Ethos
St. Patrick's Academy is a co-educational school. The School is a microcosm of society in general comprising of students from various countries and differing abilities.
Our Aims Are:
Character formation through spiritual development.
A deep awareness of the dignity of each individual student.
Accentuation of positivity promotes confidence and vision.
An appreciation of the role of parents in the education of their children.
Students achieve their true potential when they feel appreciated and loved.
Personalised guidance focuses students on their talents and enables them to overcome their weaknesses.
St. Patrick's Academy is a co-educational school. The School is a microcosm of society in general comprising of students from various countries and differing abilities.
Our Aims Are:
Character formation through spiritual development.
A deep awareness of the dignity of each individual student.
Accentuation of positivity promotes confidence and vision.
An appreciation of the role of parents in the education of their children.
Students achieve their true potential when they feel appreciated and loved.
Personalised guidance focuses students on their talents and enables them to overcome their weaknesses.
Contact Us
Want to get in touch?
Please contact St. Patrick's Academy (Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm GMT)
St. Patrick’s Academy,Woodville House,
Islandeady,
Castlebar,
Co. Mayo.
F23 VY 39
Call On:
Email:
info@stpatricksacademy.ie
Want to get in touch?
Please contact St. Patrick's Academy (Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm GMT)
Call On:
Email:
info@stpatricksacademy.ie
