The original St Patrick’s school was founded in 1865. It was situated in the back of St. Patrick’s Church. In 1915, a new a purpose built school was erected on the Dublin Road. This was for both boys and girls who entered the school through separate doors. In 1965, the boys were transferred to a new school was built on the opposite side of the road to the 1915 building. The girls remained in the older building.
Here you can read a more detailed history of St. Patrick’s School (Boys and Girls National)
The following are photographs are of pupils who attended the 1915 building and range from the 1920s to 1950s. Please leave a comment below if you recognise anyone.
