St. Patrick Catholic Academy, established in 2013, is located within the grounds of St. Patrick Church in Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn.

The academy builds upon the 150-year history of St. Patrick Parish Elementary School by continuing to provide an exemplary Catholic education for students. The faculty honors the legacy of the Sisters of St. Dominic, who ministered to the children of St. Patrick School for over 100 years, by continuing their charism of truth, prayer, study, common life, mission and praise.

The mission is to provide students with an education rooted in the belief that the basis for all learning is spiritual and intellectual. The academy fulfills its mission with a dedicated partnership of administration, faculty and parents working cooperatively in nurturing students to be ethical and educated adults who will make a positive impact upon society in the future.

Students are given the opportunity to develop their talents in a caring environment that promotes individual learning styles. The instructional program develops students’ listening, writing and study skills enabling them to comprehend, analyze and synthesize knowledge across all curriculum areas.

Students on all grade levels participate in interdisciplinary projects that enhance research skills while incorporating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) learning experiences. Arts education is an integral part of this instructional program which includes: vocal music in all grade levels; recorders in grades three, four and five; boys’ and girls’ choirs; string orchestra; and drama club.

Spanish and enrichment are offered on all grade levels. Fifth- and sixth-grade Dominican Scholars study first-year Latin with students in all grades participating in the Latin and Greek Roots Program. St. Patrick Catholic Academy offers a comprehensive technology program: classrooms are equipped with SMART Boards and students are provided with instruction that prepares them to tackle sophisticated tasks such as coding.

Students are encouraged to model their patron, St. Patrick, in leading a life of faith, perseverance and service. Students are prepared to be lifelong learners who will meet the challenges of high school, college and the work world with enthusiasm and success.