×

Private Boarding School in the West of Ireland

Contact Our School

St. Patricks Academy, West of Ireland:
St. Patricks Academy is a private Catholic independent second level school situated in a most picturesque setting among trees and woodland in the shadow of Ireland's holy mountain, Croagh Patrick, between Castlebar and Westport in Co. Mayo, in the west of Ireland. The surroundings lend themselves to a most tranquil atmosphere which in turn helps our students to benefit from a stress-free environment. Founded in 1985, St.Patrick's Academy allows students to participate in a virtual classroom program for the subjects that suit their specific educational requirements without the need to physically attend the school.

About us:

Kindness is the key to our success. We treat our students kindly, respecting their personal dignity and they in respond in like manner, because they know we genuinely care for each and everyone of them. This results in a happy, family-like atmosphere which enables our students to give of their best.

Aims of Our School:

Our Aims are:
* Character formation through spiritual development.
* A deep awareness of the dignity of each individual student.
* An appreciation of the role of parents in the education of their children.
* Students blossom in a loving caring environment.
* Personalised guidance focuses students on their talents and enables them to overcome their weaknessess.
* Students achieve their true potential when they feel appreciated and loved.
* Students grow tall with encouragement and approval.
* Accentuation of the positive promotes confidence and vision.

Commitment:

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".

Focus:

The School is a microcosm of society in general comprising of students from various countries, differing abilities ranging from Special Needs to Gifted Chidren all progressing well according to their varying abilities in a happy caring setting.

Programmes:

Day Programme; Junior Certificate Programme 12-15 years; Transtion Year Programme; Leaving Certificate Programme 16-18 Years; Communication Skills; Physical Education.

Virtual Classroom Program:

We have an eLearning for students who study from the comfort of their own homes.

Teachers:

With a very highly motivated staff who are totally committed to the welfare and care of our students.

Email: Contact Us

Address: Castlebar, Mayo, Ireland
Some interested visitors submitting program inquiries to our school up to 2024-04-16 were from:

Ballinrobe co.mayo; Foxford; Parkgate; Malelane/ Mpumalanga/, South Africa; Oliva (VAlencia), Spain; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Elsa, USA; and more.
Related Schools & Programs. Inquire to our admissions team today:
Wesley College, Dublin
Courses / Programs
Wesley College is a co-educational, day and boarding school with over 880 students. Founded in 1845 for the Methodist Community in Ireland, Wesley College combines all of the best traditions of the past with modern, state of the art facilities. While priority is given to students from the main Protestant denominations, the College prides itself on its inclusive community spirit and welcomes students of all faiths. Wesley College is committed to academic excellence. Students are offered a wide curriculum and taught by a professional and dedicated staff. We also offer a range of extra-curricular and sporting activities in the belief that these assist a sound general education and contribute to the whole person. The College boasts outstanding facilities on a large site at the foot of the Dublin mountains, providing the ideal environment for students in our care.
The curriculum comprises the following components: Preparatory Class (Equivalent to sixth standard in the primary school), Junior Cycle Programme (a three year course leading to the Junior Certificate examination), Senior Cycle Programme (Form IV - Transition Year: a one-year programme removed from the pressures of State examinations), Leaving Certificate Course: a two-year course leading to the Leaving Certificate examination).
Headfort School
Courses / Programs
A non-denominational day and boarding private school in Co. Meath Ireland for boys and girls aged 4-13, Headfort is situated in stunning parkland just outside the ancient town of Kells (in the eastern region of Ireland, close to Dublin).

We provide an outstanding all-round education centered on individuality and academic excellence.

Children may board from 3rd Form and this encourages an internationally diverse student body with pupils from Spain, France, Mexico, Germany, Russia and many other countries regularly joining for one or several terms. Flexi (maximum 2 nights a week) and ‘ sleep-overs’ for day pupils are welcomed.​

Students are regularly prepared for entry and scholarships to leading secondary schools in the locality and around Ireland and the UK.
Primary Education Programmes:
The Irish Curriculum and Common Entrance Curriculum

- JUNIOR INFANTS – 2ND FORM
- 3RD FORM – 6TH FORM

Boarding available for children from 9 years - 13 years.
St Columba's College, Dublin
Courses / Programs
Founded in 1843, St Columba's College is a co-educational boarding school of 300 pupils, aged 11 to 18, in a beautiful setting at the foothills of the mountains overlooking Dublin Bay. We are seven miles south of Dublin city centre. We do have local day pupils, but about 80% of pupils are seven-day boarders. The pursuit of academic excellence is the everyday priority of our highly qualified professional staff. There are 38 full-time members of the teaching staff for the 300 pupils, and the resulting overall pupil-to-staff ratio of under 10-to-1 means small classes and close individual attention. In regular formal staff meetings, individuals' academic problems are discussed. The academic progress of each pupil is at all times closely monitored.
Irish Junior Certificate, Irish Leaving Certificate, Transition Year Programme. At the end of each term, all pupils in all subjects sit full-scale formal internal examinations. (The Leaving and Junior Certificate examinations replace these for Forms VI and III in June). Following these, detailed results and reports are sent to parents.
Newtown School, Waterford
Courses / Programs
Newtown School is located in Waterford City in the south east of Ireland. It was founded in 1798 by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). The ideals of its founders still inspire the School which today educates boys and girls for life in the 21st century. Newtown School welcomes boarding and day students of all religious persuasions, and appreciates the contribution of all denominations to the school community.

Our desire is to foster a sense of caring for others and to communicate a set of values which reflects a balance between the material and the spiritual. In keeping with the Quaker tradition every individual is of value and has something to contribute. The School promotes these ideals and, while rules are kept to a minimum, high standards of behaviour are expected. Students are encouraged in a supportive and caring environment to fulfill these expectations.
Boarding Programme; Day Programme; Junior Cycle Programme (a three year course leading to the Junior Certificate examination); Transition Year Programme (a one-year programme taken before embarking on the two-year Leaving Certificate programme); Senior Cycle Programme (a two year programme to Leaving Certificate examination); Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (L.C.V.P.); Personal Development Programme; Sports Programme; Extra Curricular Activities Programme.
Cherwell College Oxford
Courses / Programs
Based in the very heart of Oxford, we are a specialist Boarding College for students 16-19 yrs. Our students enjoy one-to-one and small group tuition in GCSE and A Level subjects - the qualifications most demanded by UK Universities and recognised across the globe.

Our individual, one-to-one approach is seen as the gold standard in UK education and reflects the method of teaching in Oxford and Cambridge - two of the very best universities in the world.

Cherwell College therefore offers the best preparation for degree level study. Our students go onto a host of top universities including Oxford, UCL, Imperial, Kings College London and other Russell Group universities.

We offer full-boarding in our new boarding house which includes:

- single occupancy rooms each with its own wet-room
- home-cooked food each morning, afternoon and evening.
- wifi throughout the building
- laundry facilities
- daily cleaning
- central Oxford location, ten minutes walk from the high street and 2 minutes from the train station

If you would like a college which works with students on an individual level in order that they can achieve the very best grades then please contact us.
Academic Programmes for for Day & Residential Students (Ages 16-19)

- GCSEs
- A Levels
- Intensive revision courses
- Preparation for Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
- Oxford & Cambridge application support
- US university application support
- Tutorial classes
- Extra-curricular activities
EduKick Manchester – Football & Education Courses
Courses / Programs
EduKick, Inc is a leading organization that provides international football academies, academic year soccer boarding schools, monthly & summer camps abroad, with the aim of equipping young student soccer players for life’s challenges in a way no other experience can.

As well as being prepared for a competitive international soccer environment, our students also learn a deep appreciation for a new language and culture.

EduKick Manchester - Football & Education Courses invites English and non-English speaking soccer players from around the world to join our unique soccer boarding school in Manchester in North West England.

We welcome boys and girls ages 13+ to join our academic year-long and half-academic year soccer boarding programs, as well as monthly and weekly soccer camps. Our long-term programs combine academic studies with daily football training from professional coaches.

EduKick's programs are available in the UK, Spain, Italy, France, Germany, Portugal, Greece, Mexico, China, Brazil, Israel, Canada and the U.S.

Parent Testimonial:
"For Cody, Edukick was a truly amazing experience! He met other boys from all over the world and made lasting friendships. The soccer training and facilities were excellent."
- Patti, Mother of Cody - Canada
EduKick Manchester – Football & Education Courses: Soccer Boarding School offering full-time academic studies and daily high level technical football training.

- Academic Year Football Program

- 1/2 Academic Year Football Program

- Monthly Football Camps

- Weekly Football Camps

- English as a Second Language (ESL) included in all programs

- BTEC Sports Studies program available for English-speaking students