The Congregation of the Brothers of St. Patrick or the Patrician Brothers as they are popularly known began in the small town of Tullow, Ireland on 2nd February, 1808. The Congregation was founded by Rt. Rev. Dr. Daniel Delaney, under the patronage of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. In 1846, the Brothers sailed across the Atlantic Ocean to Baltimore, USA and laid the foundation for their first mission abroad. In 1883, another group of Patricians arrived in Maitland, New South Wales, Australia. After establishing themselves, the brothers moved to Papua New Guinea, an island that needed the Brothers’ assistance.
In 1875, the first foundation of the Patrician Brothers was laid in Chennai, India. In 1961, Brothers were drawn to Kenya. In 2007, the Indian Province took up a mission in Ghana, Africa and in 2012, South Sudan and Dubai. In 2008, the Brothers completed 200 years of their existence as harbingers of education, touching and making a difference in the lives of many. Today, the Patrician Brothers run schools, colleges, boarding houses, technical institutions, non-formal education centres and other education related institutions in Ireland, United States of America, India, Australia, Papua New Guinea, Kenya and Ghana. The headquarters known as the Generalate is located at the Patrician Brothers’ Monastery, Ryde, Australia, and it has its headquarters known as the Provincialate in Mount St. Mary’s New Delhi.
St. Patrick's Academy took a keen interest in moulding students in leadership that resulted in the establishment of Students&apos: Council at School level. The school has embarked on the ceremony of Investiture under the auspice of Professor Dr. Georgy Kurien (Lt Colonel), the Associate Dean of the School of Business and Management, Christ University and Rev. Br. O.J. Joseph, the Principal. The message on this occasion brought in the underlining principles of a leader. The function witnessed the presence of guests Rev. Br. Jose and Rev. Br. Britto besides the presence of School Coordinators. The ceremony encapsulated the conferring of badges by the dignitaries and the Sash-adornment conferred by the respective parents. Rev. Br. Sylvanus had overseen the entire ceremony to have its legacy writ in the history of school events.
The Parents Teachers Conference (PTC) for class 6 & 7 held on 7th June 2025 was a vibrant and insightful event that brought together educators, parents, and mental health professionals for a meaningful exchange. The highlight of the evening was an engaging and enriching session led by Ms. Vijaya Geetha, a well-respected psychologist from Apollo Hospital, who shared her expert insights on "The Art of Parenting."
The session concluded on a deeply positive note, leaving parents feeling more informed, empowered, and inspired to nurture their children with compassion, awareness, and patience.
St. Patrick's Academy, Bengaluru, had the privilege of hosting a seminar on Adolescence – Understanding, Empowering, and Educating on 26th May 2025. The session was led by two eminent academicians from CHRIST (Deemed to be University), whose insights enriched and enlightened the attending educators and staff.
Dr.Greta D'Souza, Associate Professor and Head of the School of Education, brought to the seminar her vast expertise in teacher education and adolescence education. Dr.D'Souza shed light on the psychological and emotional complexities of adolescence, while also addressing the role of educators in supporting students through this transformative stage.
Dr.Smitha Baboo, Associate Professor at the School of Education, complemented the session with her research-backed insights into adolescent mental health and behavioural development.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr.Greta D'Souza and Dr.Smitha Baboo for their invaluable contribution and for inspiring our educators to approach adolescence with greater sensitivity, awareness, and commitment.