Be the best you can be

We build friendships and memories that last for life

We care for each other

Every voice counts

Be happy, be healthy, be active

St. Patrick’s Boys’ National School

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Holly Park Boys' National School
Barry O'Donovan
Barry O’Donovan
Principal 

 
“Be the best you can be”
 

WELCOME TO ST. PATRICK’S BNS, HOLLYPARK

In St. Patrick’s BNS, Hollypark we know that each pupil is an individual and deserves to be treated as such.

We celebrate that individuality by providing a rich and varied learning experience, for every single child. Building happiness, confidence and resilience is our focus because we believe that happy, confident children make the best learners. The teachers and staff of St. Patrick’s BNS, Hollypark approach each day with a passion for education, empathy and caring for your child. We provide resources that help every child progress, using tailored programmes that address individual needs.We are a school that has a friendly and warm atmosphere, up to date technology and facilities, a history steeped in sport and a focus on your child as an individual.

Welcome to St. Patrick’s BNS, Hollypark.

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Barry O’Donovan,
Principal 

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Wednesday Letter May 20th 2026

SECONDARY SCHOOL SURVEY. As part of our ongoing reflection on the transition from primary to secondary school, I recently asked the parents of our…
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Wednesday Letter 29th May 2026

STANDARDISED TESTING MAY 2026. Standardised testing will begin in May for classes 2nd- 6th as per the Department of Education’s recent circular to…
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Wednesday Letter 22nd April 2026

QUIZ TEAM WINNERS! Congratulations to our two Quiz Teams who came 1st and 2nd at the dlr Libraries Quiz yesterday. Both teams will attend the finals…
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Our Green Schools committee planting our 'Wildflower Garden' 

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Junior Infants, Room 2, Sowing sunflowers.