The document describes the Educational Disadvantage Centre at St. Patrick's College in Dublin. The Centre opened in 2001 with a mission to address educational disadvantage and break the cycle of poor participation and achievement. It aims to contribute to best practices in policy regarding social and economic disadvantage. The Centre houses a resource library and supports volunteering projects in the local community focused on after-school programs, homework help, and using sports to encourage learning. One example project is Sports 4 Success, which brings primary students to campus for homework support, meals, and sports activities.

1. Educational Disadvantage Centre St. Patrick’s College Drumcondra Dublin 9

2. St. Patrick’s College

5. EDC Strategies Out of School Services Strategy General Educational Disadvantage and Social Inclusion Strategy Lifelong Learning Strategy Mental Health in Contexts of Disadvantage Strategy