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about 18 hours ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Parents & Grandparents- Join us for Chess! Thursday 13th November 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM St. Colmcille's Primary School Come and enjoy a friendly game of chess with your child or grandchild. It's a great way to connect, have fun, and challenge your mind! No precious chess experience required as members of Downpatrick Chess Club will be on hand to help everyone! Refreshments provided Booking is essential – Reserve your spot here: https://forms.office.com/e/1GnJiPhmBX
about 19 hours ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Miss School = Miss Out Give your child the best start in life by ensuring they attend school every day and on time! Children should be in school for 9am- registration closes at 9.10am Important Information from the Department of Education Why School Attendance Is Important..... Regular school attendance is vital for children to: Learn and achieve qualifications Build friendships and social skills Develop confidence and self-esteem Experience new things and cultures Gain life skills and prepare for the future Poor attendance can lead to: Falling behind academically Social isolation Increased risk of anti-social behaviour Legal Responsibilities... Parents of children of compulsory school age must ensure they receive full-time education, either at school or otherwise (e.g. home education). If a child is registered at a school, parents must ensure regular attendance. Failure to do so can result in: A fine of up to £1,000 per child An Education Supervision Order under the Children (NI) Order 1995 Family Holidays... Holidays during term time are unauthorised absences. With only 190 statutory school days per year, holidays should be planned outside term time to avoid disrupting learning. How Parents Can Help... Establish consistent morning and evening routines Ensure punctuality and regular attendance Schedule medical appointments outside school hours Communicate with the school about absences Take truancy seriously Engage with your child's school life and homework Attend school events and parent meetings Support school staff and address behavioural issues Seek help from the school when needed Every School Day Counts... Even small drops in attendance can have a big impact: 95% attendance = 9 days missed (1 week + 4 days) 90% attendance = 19 days missed (almost 4 weeks) 85% attendance = 28 days missed (over 5 weeks) 80% attendance = 38 days missed (over 7 weeks) 75% attendance = 46 days missed (over 9 weeks)
about 19 hours ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Staying Safe Online Please see the following details about an upcoming information session for parents & families run by Parentline. Book your place by calling the number below!
about 2 days ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Learning Around School This week we are taking a look inside our P3 classes! You can see all of the fantastic outdoor and activity-based learning experiences that the pupils have been working hard on recently over on the Primary 3 class pages on our school website! https://www.stcolmcillesps.co.uk/page/...
about 2 days ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Anti-Bullying Week 2025 Join us on Monday 10th November by rocking your oddest, brightest, and boldest socks to celebrate what makes us all unique! It's a fun and powerful way to kick off Anti-Bullying Week 2025 and show that kindness, acceptance, and being yourself are true superpowers. This year's theme, "Power for Good," reminds us that we all have the ability to make a positive impact. Whether it's speaking up, supporting a friend, or creating inclusive spaces, each of us can use our power for good to help stop bullying and spread kindness. Throughout the week, pupils will take part in a range of fun, creative, and thought-provoking activities designed to explore this year's theme and inspire lasting change. Together, let's celebrate individuality, champion kindness, and take a stand against bullying, because when we unite, our power for good becomes unstoppable!
Class Pages
Check out our class pages, to see all the fantastic learning experiences our pupils have been engaging in recently!
