Outpatient Services
St Joseph’s Adolescent School
• Special School for Adolescents (aged 13-18 years) who experience severe
emotional disturbance. The educational needs of students from the Adolescent
Inpatient Unit and from the Adolescent Day Unit are also catered for.
• Under the patronage of the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Dublin.
• Pupil-Teacher ratio: 6-1
• Governed by the Primary Branch of the Department of Education and Skills
A link in the MDT
We believe education to be an essential part of rehabilitation in the lives of adolescents experiencing mental health difficulties.
Referral to Education
• Care Plan
• Referral Form
• Visit to School
• Educational Interview
• Consent signed
School Programme
Range of classes/activities (all at Secondary Level) include:
• English, Maths, Geography, Science, Religion, ICT
• Languages (Irish, French, German)
• Art, Woodwork, DCG, Gardening, Home Economics
• P.E./Games, Music, Media Studies, Social Skills
• LCA Modules, Study Skills, Career Counselling
• SPHE, Social and Educational Outings
• Team Teaching with MDT
Transition to School
The continuity of education will be ensured by supported re-integration to adolescent’s mainstream school or appropriate training courses.
• Meetings in student’s school
• Close links with Parents and Advocate Teacher
• Recommendations in regard to Resource Hours /
Supports / Mental Health
• Phased-Return to school
• Support re. alternative options such as Youthreach,
Fás / Solas, National Learning Network
Contact Details
St Joseph’s Adolescent School
Richmond Road
Fairview
Dublin 3
Phone: 01 8842476
Roll No. 20153N