Scoil Chonnla Phadraig
Newbridge, Kildare
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 306 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 149 girls, 157 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 15870O the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Chonnla Phádraig, also known as Patrician Primary School, is a vibrant co‑educational primary school situated in Newbridge, County Kildare. The school prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where pupils develop academically, socially and spiritually, guided by a clear ethos that promotes respect, responsibility and a love of learning. A balanced curriculum blends core subjects with a strong emphasis on creative arts, music and sport, encouraging children to explore their interests and build confidence. The school’s facilities support a wide range of extra‑curricular activities. Dedicated spaces accommodate a thriving school choir, football, hurling and soccer teams, and a dynamic student council that gives pupils a voice in school life. Regular fundraising initiatives and community events foster a sense of belonging and partnership with families. Modern resources, including up‑to‑date classroom equipment and a well‑maintained playground, ensure that learners have the tools they need to succeed in a supportive, forward‑looking setting.
Applying to Scoil Chonnla Phadraig
For a September 2027 place, a school's formal admissions process cannot begin before 1 October 2026. The school sets its own opening and closing dates in its annual admission notice.
National term dates 2026/27
View Scoil Chonnla Phadraig's own calendar (2026/2027 school year)
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Scoil Chonnla Phadraig. The school publishes its own calendar, linked above, and that is the authoritative source for its reopening date and discretionary closure days.
- October Mid-Term Break: Mon 26 Oct – Fri 30 Oct 2026
- Christmas Holidays: Wed 23 Dec 2026 – Tue 5 Jan 2027
- February Mid-Term Break: Thu 18 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027 (post-primary schools: Mon 15 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027)
- Easter Holidays: Mon 22 Mar – Sun 4 Apr 2027
Primary schools close for the last two days of the February mid-term week and may use discretionary days to take the full week, so their break can be shorter than post-primary schools'.
Frequently asked questions about Scoil Chonnla Phadraig
How many pupils attend Scoil Chonnla Phadraig?
Scoil Chonnla Phadraig has 306 pupils enrolled, 149 girls and 157 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Chonnla Phadraig a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Chonnla Phadraig is not part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme of additional supports for schools serving communities at risk of educational disadvantage. Not holding DEIS status says nothing about how good a school is, only about the profile of the community it serves.
What is the ethos of Scoil Chonnla Phadraig?
Scoil Chonnla Phadraig has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.