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The official unveiling of our signage to show that we are proud members of the Escape the Vape campaign. Our student ambassadors have worked so hard to help promote this local campaign in conjunction with South Clare CFSN and we are indebted to them.

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Today at the Comp was one of those special occasions that you can only hope will live on in the memories of those in attendance. Memories of a sing song, memories of games, memories of prizes, but most importantly memories of breaking bread with the people we've shared these classrooms and corridors with, for the past 5- 6 years.

Today, we began a new tradition, one we hope will carry on long after we have all moved on. A day to treasure for future year groups and generations to come, some not even born yet.

Massive thank you to everyone who played their part in making today possible, and a special thanks to Derg Catering and to our 6th yr Ethos Ambassadors for creating such a memorable event. Long after you have left these buildings you won't remember the theorems, formulae, and data, but you will remember the times well spent in each other's company. I can only hope you enjoyed it as much as we did! K.T.

#Christmas #SchoolChaplaincy #CompSpirit

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Staff wellbeing is important too. We have to look after ourselves so we can care for others. Oh what fun we have had at this for the past few weeks! #SchoolChaplaincy #CompSpirit #Traitors

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6th years had a super day out with Conor from The Mustard Seed. They delved a little deeper into their own identity, their own worth and their own place in this world, and of course how they can make learning and life a little easier for each other. #CompSpirit #SchoolChaplaincy

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Mid West Aries Workshop (Self Care October 22nd)

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Mid West Aries Workshop (Self Care October 22nd)

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Information & advice on health, wellness, supports and service providers of mental health workshops, course and classes.

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May 23rd we gathered in the school hall to celebrate our 6th year group and to give them a send off that only they deserve.

They received their yearbook and a little pack for the road ahead, including sunflower seeds, a feather and a scallop shell.

Wishing them every good wish they wish for themselves for the future.

#schoolchaplaincy #corevalues #CompSpirit #classof2025

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Clare Parenting - Supporting Parents across Clare

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Clare Parenting is a website devoted to parents. It offers news and advice from those local services that offer parenting information, programmes and support.

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Disagreements are part of life, but how we handle them shapes our community.

Even when we see things differently, kindness should guide us. A small gesture, a listening ear, or a respectful word can build bridges instead of walls.

Let’s live by our words—beart de réir ár mbriathar—and make kindness our way forward.

#schoolchaplaincy #corevalues #CompSpirit #bícineálta

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Today, as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, let’s remember that our school carries his name—not just as a title, but as a challenge. Patrick’s story is one of resilience, courage, and service. Taken from his home as a young man, he could have been consumed by anger or fear. Instead, he chose to return to Ireland, not for himself, but to help others.

His life reminds us that challenges can shape us rather than break us. Like Patrick, we are called to face difficulties with determination, to bring people together rather than divide, and to leave the world better than we found it.

As a school community, may we honor his legacy not just today, but every day, through our actions, our choices, and how we support one another.

#schoolchaplaincy #corevalues #CompSpirit #stpatrick

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A wonderful day for 6th years to look a little deeper into themselves and realise the wonderful human beings they are, and the unique and special place they occupy in this world 💕

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Keep your face always towards the sunshine, and shadows will fall behind you ~ Walt Whitman

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On a day in January, when the sun is slow to rise and the world may seem dark, it is good to remember that the sun always rises, there is always hope, and you can and will do whatever needs doing just for today, each day. The Winter has kept us hidden and Spring will soon be upon us where we will burst forth, like spring bulbs flowering, into a newness of life. But for now we will take it slow, the days will get brighter, and hope will keep us going. #schoolchaplaincy #corevalues #CompSpirit

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keep your face always towards the sunshine

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As we mark Imbolc and St. Brigid’s day this weekend, we welcome the Spring and say farewell to Winter, celebrating renewal, hope and care.

Brigid, in all her forms, is patron of poets, midwives, blacksmiths, boatmen, healers and those who work the land, all symbols of creativity, care and community.  Known for her kindness, deep compassion, generosity and her peacemaking skills, she is an enduring symbol of nurture and kindness in our communities.

Wishing you all a peaceful and joyful bank holiday weekend!

#schoolchaplaincy #corevalues #CompSpirit #Brigid

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St Patrick’s Comprehensive School is a co-educational multi-denominational post-primary school under the joint patronage of the Bishop of Killaloe and Limerick & Clare ETB.

Comprehensive Schools provide a comprehensive system of post-primary education open to all the children of the local community. An innovative approach to delivery of a wide-ranging curriculum contributes to the spiritual, moral, mental, physical and social well-being of students within their community. Comprehensive Schools may also provide for life-long learning within their local community through the provision of adult education programmes.

St Patrick’s Comprehensive School is a co-educational multi-denominational post-primary school under the joint patronage of the Bishop of Killaloe and Limerick & Clare ETB. Our school was established under the Deed of Trust and opened in 1966 on a greenfield site to meet the secondary education needs of the burgeoning population of the new town of Shannon. The values of LCETB as a multi-denominational State Body and the inherited two traditions, Christian values and founding intentions of the Bishop of Killaloe are enshrined in the characteristic spirit and in the life of our school and are respected and cherished.

The core values of St Patrick’s Comprehensive School are care, respect, community, inclusion, equality, justice and fairness. These values combine to provide and support an atmosphere which is conducive to excellence in teaching and learning. We endeavour to assist each student to reach his/ her full potential in a calm, caring and creative environment.

Our values are reflected in how we live as a school community. The unique and intrinsic value of each member of the school community is recognised and respected. All are treated equally, regardless of race, gender, religion/belief, age, family status, marital status, civil status, membership of the Traveller community, sexual orientation, ability, disability or socioeconomic status. All students are given equal opportunity for enrolment, in line with the Education (Admissions to School) Act (2018) construed in accordance with section 3 of the Equal Status Act 2000. Once enrolled, our school St Patrick's Comprehensive School provides all our students with equal opportunities to engage with the curriculum, school life and the local community.

Our school St Patrick's Comprehensive School provides a safe physical and social environment that reinforces a sense of belonging to the school community and wider society. We strive to enable every student to realise their full potential regardless of any aspect of their identity, culture or background. Our school promotes a fully inclusive education which recognises the plurality of identities, beliefs and values held by students, parents and staff. We prepare open-minded and responsible citizens with a strong sense of shared values with a view to contributing to a just and fairer society.

Our school is multi-denominational where we welcome, respect and support students of all religions and beliefs. The provision of religious education, religious worship and the work of the Chaplain all combine to reflect the founding intention of the school, the school’s mission statement and the needs of the students within the school. The characteristic spirit of the school finds practical expression through the provision of pastoral, liturgical and social outreach activities, as appropriate, for each student.

In St Patrick's Comprehensive School, we celebrate the partnership, collaboration and empathy which nurtures and develops our young people in a community where the essence of our ethos is care and respect for self, others and our environment.

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Home | Shannon Community Partnership | Co. Clare, Ireland

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The best place to come to find out all you need to know about what’s available in Shannon.
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Our school is now a Member School of Sanctuary on our journey to becoming a Champion School of Sanctuary, the first in Co. Clare. We are delighted to be able to share and celebrate our diversity in our school.

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Our school is now a Member School of Sanctuary on our journey to becoming a Champion School of Sanctuary, the first in Co. Clare. We are delighted to be able to share and celebrate our diversity in our school.

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Counselling Supports

For further information on how to access Adult & Child counselling services in Shannon click on the image above.

Classes & courses

We link with a range of service providers to develop and run classes and courses to meet your needs. Click on the image above for further information.

Family support

Our family support worker is on hand to speak with you and discuss you and your families needs. For more information on how to get in contact and what is available please click on the image above.

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Home page for Shannon Family Resource Centre website. Provides an overview of Shannon Family Resource Centre and the services it provides to the community of Shannon Co Clare.