For over one hundred and sixty years it has been our privilege to share with parents in the education of their deaf children

Inspired by the philosophy and traditions of the Dominican Sisters, we endeavour to care for all our students, cherishing the uniqueness of each person in an atmosphere permeated by the Christian values of Truth, Justice and Peace.

We welcome both day and residential students. A dedicated team of teachers, assistants, residential care workers and others, with a wealth of experience and expertise is available to each of our students.

Our small class size allow us to offer intensive, individual attention in a relaxed, friendly and caring environment.

St Mary's has been to the forefront in introducing a wide range of progressive programmes to enhance the educational opportunities of our students.These include the Humanities programme, Environmental and Social Studies and the Social Personal and Health Education programme. The school has also piloted the Junior Certificate Schools Programme(JCSP), Horizon(a pre-employment programme funded by the European Social fund), and the Leaving Certificate Applied(LCA).

We are currently participating in a Department of Education and Science Research project on the use of interactive white boards. The school is also involved with a cross border information technology project entitled "Dissolving Boundaries"

If you would like to know more about St Mary's or would like to visit us to see what we have to offer, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Regina O'Connell M.Ed
Principal