Transdev Ireland, operator and maintainer of Luas, is proud to support the “Saints & Scholars” programme alongside St Patrick’s Athletic FC.

This partnership developed a football numeracy programme which took place in local schools across the Luas Red Line. The programme began in September 2024 and has now finished for the school summer break.

“Saints & Scholars” aim is to utilise the power of football and the influence of St. Patrick’s Athletic  FC to facilitate engagement between young people and Luas staff.

The school programme was delivered to the students by St. Patrick’s Athletic  FC through classroom sessions, which are delivered through a specially made Mathematics workbook, where students learn how to solve math problems using football terminology. The programme was delivered to students aged 7 to 12, reaching 1,300 students over the course of the year.

The participating schools are close to both Richmond Park – the home of St. Patrick’s  Athletic FC, and the Luas Red Line. We are proud support the delivery of this successful programme and building a positive relationship with young people in the area.

• Inchicore School Cup Tournament

On Wednesday 28 May and Thursday 29 May, St. Patrick’s Athletic FC, supported by Transdev, hosted their annual Inchicore School Cup which included the participating schools from the “Saints & Scholars” programme.

Over the two-day tournament, students, teachers, and parents filled the stadium, cheering on the students as they battled it out on the pitch for the winning title. It was all smiles and laughter throughout the day; the atmosphere was electric.

The students were presented with medals for their participation, with prizes presented to each player of the match.

We want to thank the students, teachers, and the team at St. Patrick’s Athletic FC for their involvement in the programme, we at Transdev Ireland, wish you a well-earned summer break, and we hope to see you onboard over the summer months.

• Student of the Month

As part of this partnership, a student of the month is chosen for their contribution and involvement throughout the programme, with each winner gifted with a Sports Direct voucher provided by Transdev Ireland.