St Patrick's Primary School, Rathfriland, Newry

Welcome!

I am delighted to welcome you to our school website I hope it will offer you a glimpse into the vibrant life of our school.


Our school was established in 1998, following the amalgamation of St Colman’s Primary, Barnmeen and Lurgancahone Primary School, and we continue to flourish with a strong reputation for high quality education and community spirit.


Guided by our motto Fun, Friendship and Learning, and our core values—Respect, Achievement, Teamwork, Inclusion and Enjoyment—we provide a warm, caring environment where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential. As a Catholic school, we are committed to nurturing Christian spirituality and working in partnership with parents, our parish and the wider community.


 If you would like more information or wish to arrange a visit to the school, please do not hesitate to contact the school office to arrange an appointment. 


Mrs Nessa Magee
Principal

Latest News

23rd Mar 2026
Congratulations to our talented P5 pupil ,who was winner of the Deidre Kavanagh Cup...
 
 
 
 
6th Mar 2026
We had lots of fun celebrating our love of reading on World Book Day.  The...
 
 
 
 
23rd Feb 2026
The Primary One - Seven pupils all attended a very special assembly on the importance...
 
 
 
 
18th Feb 2026
In a lovely ceremony on Ash Wednesday,  the Primary Four class made their first...
 
 
 
 
 
 
First Holy Communion
 
African Drumming 2
 
P6/7 African Drumming
 
Christmas 2023
 
 

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Upcoming Events...

Monday, 23rd March 2026
Burns Skills: Week 4
P4/5 Shared Education: Clay Workshop
Tuesday, 24th March 2026
P6 Transfer Afterschool
Wednesday, 25th March 2026
Brass Tuition (EA Music)
Friday, 27th March 2026
String Tuition (EA Music)
String Tuition (EA Music)
Eco Council/ School Council Meeting
MK Mc Mahon; Last day of School Experience
Tuesday, 31st March 2026
P6 Transfer Afterschool
Wednesday, 1st April 2026
Brass Tuition (EA Music)
Thursday, 2nd April 2026
School Closes: 11am
Friday, 3rd April 2026
String Tuition (EA Music)
String Tuition (EA Music)
 

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