All about The St Patrick’s Way
At St Patrick’s character is not something we want to add to education; it is what we believe education is ultimately for.
We want you to recognise and use your gifts in the service of the common good.
Our approach to character education is rooted in our mission statement and the principle of Catholic Social Teaching :
- Solidarity
- Preferential Option for the Poor
- Stewardship
- Family and Community
- Rights and Responsibilities
- The Dignity of the Human Person
- The Dignity of Work
Our intention is for you to be:
- Kind and compassionate
- Courageous in trying new things
- Respectful and dignified in how you treat others
- Respectful/caring towards your environment
- Active citizens who are prepared to contribute
- Service-orientated- using your gifts to help
- The person God intended you to be
“Be who God intended you to be, and you shall set the world on fire”
St Catherine of Siena
Forming Faith-Filled, Confident Young People
The St Patrick’s Way Programme celebrates not only what our pupils do, but who they are becoming — young people who live out the Gospel values in their everyday words, choices, and actions.
It embodies our belief that personal development is at the heart of Catholic education: nurturing the whole person to grow in faith, character, and purpose.
Together — pupils, families, and staff — we walk The St Patrick’s Way, growing in confidence, kindness, and faith, and continuing the mission of St Patrick through service, prayer, and community.
What do our pupils say about The St Patrick’s Way Programme?
“It helps me to be rewarded for doing the right thing” – Year 10 Pupil
“I can push myself to try new clubs and learn new activities” – Year 7 Pupil
“The St Patrick’s Way, helps us to be rewarded for growing as a person” – Year 10 Pupil
“School gives us pathways, helps us to decide how to be better for our future” – Year 11 Pupil