History of School

In 1966, St. Hilda’s School was founded. It was initially based in a bungalow provided by Mother Hilda of La Sainte Union Sisters, staffed entirely by volunteers, providing 2 hours of education each day to children with intellectual disabilities.

St. Hilda’s School is now located on Grace Park Road, Athlone. It has a staff complement of teachers, including an administrative principal, classroom assistants and a general assistant. There are currently 60 children attending the school ranging from 5 to 18 years old.

St. Hilda’s Services is the patron of the school and provides the nursing support to the school

Check out their website for current information, Telephone Number 090-6470163

Aims and Objectives of the School

Provision of quality education for all children according to their abilities and needs

• Overview of School Activities
• Sport- participation in Special Olympics e.g. athletics, swimming and gymnastics
• Play- A new playground has been constructed at the rear of the school
• All academic subjects are taught and the curriculum guidelines are closely followed as laid down by the department of education
• Other curricular activities include self-help skills such as cookery, bed-making and domestic chores.