St Patrick's PS Saul
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Set in the historic parish of Saul & Ballee, the heart of St Patrick's country, where our national saint began his mission in Ireland. His statue looks down on our school from the top of Slieve Patrick, the national monument dedicated in 1934.
In St Patrick's we work together to help all of our children stay safe, be happy and reach their potential. We are a friendly school and we all enjoy being part of the St Patrick's family. This website aims to give you a taster of our school, as well as providing up to date information for parents, pupils and the wider community.
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He was taken to Slemish to herd sheep.
Some slaves were sold for gold coins.
He gathered some friends and returned to Ireland.
Bishop Tassach of Raholp gave him his last Holy Communion before he died.
They captured the young, strong people in the area.
He told us in his Confession that he prayed ...
He knew all about God but didn't feel that he needed God.
He said goodbye to become a priest.
He dreamt that the Irish people were calling him back.
He was dragged away to their boat.
Some locals were afraid.
They were sold as slaves at a market.
They captured the young, strong people in the area.
He explained that he came in peace.
Patrick was bought.
Patrick grew up in a rich family, living in Roman Britain.
They looked for a good purchase!
They captured the young, strong people in the area.
Even Patrick was captured by the pirates.
Patrick was reunited with his family.
They left their families to spread the gospel.
More and more people believed in God.
Then the slaves had to row to Ireland.
Patrick had no friends, or language and little food.
They were taken to work on farms.
Dich gave Patrick a barn to use as a church.
Patrick calmed the dogs down.
They sailed down the Slaney River and landed in Saul.
Dichu, the local chieftain set his dogs on them.
One day, while Patrick was alone...
Rich chieftains came to buy the slaves.
Pirates planned to capture Patrick.
Then the slaves had to row to Ireland.
They were often in fear of being captured.
They captured the young, strong people in the area.
They captured the young, strong people in the area.
Patrick then set about baptising people.
Then the slaves had to row to Ireland.
Some slaves were sold for gold coins.
Patrick used shamrock to explain the Trinity.
Many young people were captured by pirates.
Eventually the sailors let him onboard.
Dichu wanted to know about God and became baptised.
The pirates were fierce.
They rowed home.
and prayed...
and prayed up to 100 times a day.
More and more people believed in God.
He walked 200 miles and finally came to the ship.
They captured the young, strong people in the area.
After 6 years he dreamt of an escape.
Rich chieftains came to buy the slaves.
They captured the young, strong people in the area.
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Upcoming Events
Tuesday, 19th March 2024 |
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Handball in Saul Centre (09:30-12:00) |
Wednesday, 20th March 2024 |
Sacrament of Reconciliation (First Confession) (11am St Patrick's Church) |
P7 Swimming (12.45) |
Thursday, 21st March 2024 |
P4/P5 ActiSport (3-4pm Payable on Schoolmoney) |
Friday, 22nd March 2024 |
P7 After School Gaelic Football with Down GAA (2-3pm) |
Sunday, 24th March 2024 |
Family Easter Bingo (4pm-6pm in School Hall) |
Monday, 25th March 2024 |
P6 Library Visit (P6s visiting library today. Bring library card and books to return if you have them. ) |
Tuesday, 26th March 2024 |
Handball in Saul Centre (09:30-12:00) |
Wednesday, 27th March 2024 |
P7 Swimming (12.45) |
Friday, 29th March 2024 |
School Closed - Good Friday |
Monday, 1st April 2024 |
School Closed - Easter Holidays |
Please note dates and times are subject to change.
St Patrick's Primary School, Saul, 16 St Patrick's Rd, Downpatrick BT30 7JG Phone: 028 4461 4145
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