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Welcome to the St Joseph’s Mercy Secondary School website.

We are a Catholic Mercy School, under the trusteeship of CEIST. Our school is a happy, dynamic and caring place of learning. We are situated in the heart of the community of Navan and currently have an enrolment of over 700 girls.

We hope as that you browse through our site, you will discover the vibrant, inclusive and positive school community that is St Joseph’s. If you would like any further information, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.

Principal’s Welcome

Mr David McCormack

Our History

Navan Convent was founded in 1853 by Mother Catherine Atkinson and three Sisters who came from Kells. In 1857 the Sisters moved to Leighsbrook House.

Our Foundress

In 1831, Catherine McAuley founded the Sisters of Mercy, a Religious Congregation involved in the care of the poor, the sick and educationally disadvantaged.

New St Joseph’s Mercy Navan App

Our new school app is live and can be downloaded via the App Store below.

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Latest News

Coming Soon: New Canteen

We at TFW Foodservices are delighted to be offering our canteen services to St Joseph’s Mercy Secondary School. We have over 10 years experience in the school catering sector and pride ourselves on serving freshly prepared great quality food daily to our students. We...

Past Pupil Rugby Success!

Massive congratulations to past pupils Jade Gaffney and Cara Martin who were part of the Leinster senior rugby team who beat Munster to win back-to-back Interpro championships.

Meath U20s Visit Mercy

It was fantastic to welcome back to Mercy today, Meath’s most recent Leinster U20s champions, Charlie, Sarah, Nikki, Meabhdh and Jennifer along with senior all Ireland medalist Robyn. The girls spoke with first and second years and made classroom visits to all year...

TY Chess

TYs were delighted to work with Ruairí from Red King Chess recently. These workshops were such a hit that TYs hope to set up a school chess club now!

TY Team Bonding

TYs had a great day of team bonding at Causey Farm on 30 August!

Parents Flower Arranging Workshop

A big thank you to the parents who attended the flowering arranging class with Infinity Flowers today, organised by Mercy HSCLs Melissa and Laura. Keep an eye on the parents app for upcoming classes, we look forward to welcoming you to the Mercy.

Meath Outdoor Athletics Championships

Congratulations to 3rd year student Aliyah Whelan Tully and TY student Alannah Marjara on their success at the Meath Outdoor Athletics Championships at the weekend. Aliyah coming 2nd in both the 800m and high jump and Alannah coming 3rd in the 3000m They both turn...

Meath Civic Award for Mya and Mia

Well done to 5th year students Mia Galligan and Mya Doocey who received a Civic Achievement Award at the Meath Municipal District Civic Awards 2024 last week. The award was presented by Kieran Kehoe from Meath County Council and Navan Mayor Cllr. Eddie Fennessy, in...