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

18th Feb 2026
In a lovely ceremony on Ash Wednesday,  the Primary Four class made their first...
 
 
 
 
17th Feb 2026
Primary Six had fun in the yard today investigating metres and centimetres. They...
 
 
 
 
3rd Feb 2026
Congratulations to the P6/7 girls' football team who played brilliantly in their...
 
 
 
 
2nd Feb 2026
With World Around Us as our main focus for school improvement we were delighted to...
 
 
 
 
 
 
First Holy Communion
 
African Drumming 2
 
P6/7 African Drumming
 
Christmas 2023
 
 

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Upcoming Events...

Monday, 2nd March 2026
Burns Skills: Week 2
Tuesday, 3rd March 2026
P6 Transfer Afterschool
Wednesday, 4th March 2026
Choir Practice
Brass Tuition (EA Music)
Friday, 6th March 2026
String Tuition (EA Music)
World Book Day
Monday, 9th March 2026
Burns Skills: Week 3
Tuesday, 10th March 2026
P6 Transfer Afterschool
Wednesday, 11th March 2026
Choir Practice
Brass Tuition (EA Music)
Friday, 13th March 2026
School Closed: Staff Development Day (Edtransform: Day 1)
 

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