School Vision​

Mary Mother of Hope Senior National School is a Catholic school under the patronage of the Catholic Archbishop of Dublin. The policies, practices and attitudes of the school are grounded in Christian values. A spirit of mutual respect and tolerance for difference is promoted within the school community. The school aims at promoting the full and harmonious development, health and wellbeing of each child. We are proud to be an intercultural school, and abide by our motto ‘Many Cultures, One Community!’

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School Ethos

Mary, Mother of Hope Senior National School is a Catholic school under the patronage of the Catholic Archbishop of Dublin.

 

The policies, practices and attitudes of the school are grounded in Christian values.

 

A spirit of mutual respect and tolerance for difference is promoted within the school community. The school seeks to foster an appreciation of, respect for and celebration of the different religious and cultural backgrounds represented in the school.

 

The school aims at fostering a sense of community between Management, Teachers, Parents, Pupils and the wider community.

 

The school aims at promoting the full and harmonious development of all aspects of the child, including his/her relationship with God, with other people and with the environment.

 

The school staff aims at making the school a centre of excellence in which high professional standards are maintained and where pupils learn in a safe and happy environment

 

Teachers are encouraged to develop their personal and professional talents.

 

Ancillary staff in the school, are highly valued and respected. It is recognised that their work makes a valued contribution to the process of education.

 

The school recognises and celebrates the dignity and value of each individual child. Teachers are sensitive to the needs and particular circumstances of the pupils in their care.

 

Close contact is central to the positive experience of the child in school. We aim for parents and teachers to value, respect and support one another. We seek to collaborate as partners, in leading the young people in whose education we play such a crucial role.

 

The school’s code of discipline reflects Christian values promoted in the school, with an emphasis on forgiveness, reconciliation, new beginnings and hope.

 

Religious education is provided for the pupils in accordance with the doctrine and tradition of the Catholic Church.

 

Prayer is a feature of the school day. Children are prepared for the reception of the sacraments in co-operation between home, school and parish. Children are given the opportunity to participate in liturgical celebrations arranged by the school.

 

The school seeks to identify itself closely with the parish and the wider community and children are encouraged to participate in parish and community activities.