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about 6 hours ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
📚📖A trip to the Library!📖📚 P4a had a wonderful visit to Downpatrick Library this week! The children learned all about the services available at Downpatrick Library, including the wide range of books that can be borrowed. They were shown how to borrow books, completed a fun word search activity, and each child had the opportunity to choose and borrow a book to take home. The visit was made even more exciting as everyone was set up with their own library card, encouraging a lifelong love of reading and future visits to the library. 📚
about 1 day ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
🎉 Comhghairdeas do na Buaiteoirí! | Congratulations Award Winners! 🎉 🌟 Congratulations to our Pupils of the Week, who have impressed their teachers and classroom assistants with their hard work, positive attitude and excellent behaviour. What a fantastic achievement! 📜 Well done to our Rights Respecting Pupils of the Week. These pupils have shown respect for the rights of others and have been excellent role models throughout the week. 🎶 Congratulations to our super musicians of the week, our music tutors were very impressed with their efforts! 🇮🇪🗣 A special congratulations to our Gaeilgeoir na Seachtaine (Irish Speaker of the Week). As part of our participation in the Scoil Spreagtha Programme, this award recognises a pupil who has made an outstanding effort to use and promote Irish throughout the school, demonstrating confidence, enthusiasm and a love of Gaeilge. Maith thú! 👏🏼 We are incredibly proud of all our award winners and the positive example they set for others. 💙 Well done, everyone! Keep up the fantastic work! 💙
about 1 day ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
🎄 SAVE THE DATE! 🎄 🎅 Santa's Christmas Carnival is coming to Downpatrick! 🎅 The St. Colmcille's Primary School PTFA is delighted to invite families from Downpatrick and beyond to join us for a magical evening of festive fun on: 📅 Monday 21st December 2026 5:00pm - 8:00pm 📍 St. Colmcille's Primary School Get ready for a wonderful community celebration packed with Christmas cheer, including: 🎪 Magical Christmas games, festive stalls and family challenges 🎅 FREE Santa visit for every child Festive treats, hot chocolate and seasonal refreshments 🍔 Delicious food trucks serving festive favourites 🎶 Live music and Christmas entertainment 🎁 Christmas Tombola with fantastic prizes 🎟 PTFA Christmas Grand Raffle A festive atmosphere for all ages Whether you're part of our school community or visiting from further afield, everyone is welcome to come along and celebrate the magic of Christmas with us. 🎄 Save the Date and spread the word! 🎄 More details to follow! #SantasChristmasCarnival #CommunityChristmas #SaveTheDate
about 1 day ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
🌟 Ready, Set, Play at St Colmcille's Primary School! 🌟 Is your child due to start primary school in September 2027? We'd love to welcome them to our Ready, Set, Play transition programme. These fun, friendly sessions give nursery-age children an opportunity to become familiar with school through play, exploration and exciting new experiences. Activities include arts and crafts, sensory play, simple cookery, storytelling, music, games, role-play and much more! 📅 Session Dates Wednesday 18 November Monday 21 December Wednesday 20 January Wednesday 24 February Wednesday 14 April Wednesday 19 May Wednesday 9 June All sessions run from 1:45pm to 3:00pm 👧🧒 Who can attend? The programme is open to all nursery-age children due to start school in September 2027, including children who do not currently attend a nursery or pre-school setting. Parents and guardians are welcome to either: Drop children off for the session and collect them at 3:00pm, or Stay in school and enjoy tea, coffee and refreshments in our Nurture Room while the children take part in the activities. To register, simply complete this short form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/BjHFBc5YYB Registering helps us plan activities and resources for each session. We can't wait to welcome new families to St Colmcille's and begin the journey to Primary 1 together! #ReadySetPlay #StartingSchool2027
about 3 days ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
🌟 Open Night & P1 Enrolment 🌟 We are looking forward to welcoming prospective parents and families to our Open Night 2026 on Thursday 3rd December, from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. This is a wonderful opportunity to explore the state-of-the-art facilities, inclusive learning environment and wide range of opportunities available at St. Colmcille's Primary School and Specialist Provisions. Please see the attached leaflet and posters to learn more about life at St. Colmcille's PS and discover what makes our school such a special place to learn, grow and thrive. If you, a friend, or a family member are seeking a place in our Primary 1 or Specialist Provision classes for September 2027, please complete the short expression of interest form using the link below: 🔗 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/e7LUA0uz57 We look forward to meeting you and showcasing all that St. Colmcille's PS has to offer. #MoreThanASchool #P1Enrolment
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