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St. Brigid's National School, Kells, Co. Kilkenny

School Ethos and Vision Statement

OUR MOTTO

"Where we value each other and value learning.

Meas ar a chéile, Luach ar fhoghlaim"

Our motto reflects that the relationships we share with one another are core to what we do. We then put learning at the heart of all we do.

 

OUR VISION

To provide a caring, happy and inclusive learning environment that promotes a holistic education for all.

 

OUR MISSION

The mission of our school is to

  • provide a quality education and a caring learning environment for all pupils
  • instill values of kindness, tolerance, inclusion and respect in our pupils
  • develop creative, independent and problem-solving learning skills in both pupils and staff
  • assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children and include them as partners in their children's learning
  • appreciate the wonderful environment of our setting and to nurture a sense of belonging to the community of Kells

CATHOLIC SCHEDULE

A Roman Catholic school (which is established in connection with the Minister) aims at promoting the full and harmonious development of all aspects of the person of the pupil: intellectual, physical, cultural, moral and spiritual, including a living relationship with God and with other people. The school models and promotes a philosophy of life inspired by belief in God and in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Catholic school provides religious education for the pupils in accordance with the doctrines, practices and tradition of the Roman Catholic Church and promotes the formation of the pupils in the Catholic Faith.