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P1/2's Super Sunflower's

Mon 23 Mar 2026 Mrs McKeever

As part of their topic on The Farm, Primary 1 and 2 had a fantastic time planting their very own sunflower seeds this week with Miss O'Brien. The children loved getting their hands messy as they filled their pots, tucked in their seeds, and gave them a gentle first watering.

This hands‑on activity helped them learn about how plants grow and what they need to stay healthy, just like the crops they’ve been exploring in class.

We are all very excited to care for our sunflowers and watch them grow over the coming months. We can’t wait to see whose sunflower will stretch the tallest!

Well done P1 and P2, happy growing! 🌻

P6/7 Shared Education Trip to Ard's Leisure Centre

Fri 20 Mar 2026 Miss Sawyer

As part of our Shared Education, Peace Plus Inspire programme, the children in P6/7 have teamed up with Carrickmannon PS and Alexander Dickson PS for some exciting trips.

This week, P6 and P7 had a super start to these Shared Education trips. They had the 1st instalment of 4 of gymnastics at Origin and Cricket in Ard's Leisure Centre.

All sports were a massive hit with everyone trying their hardest and getting involved! Gymnastics was the firm favourite with everyone looking forward to our next Friday adventure after Easter for some more fun with our new friends to learn more new skills!

Some of the class were even lucky enough to meet Rhys McClenaghan the Olympic gymnast who was training while we were there.

There are some future gymnasts in our class for sure!

Rainforest Shelter's in P4/5

Thu 19 Mar 2026 Mrs Carville

As part of our exciting topic “The Rainforest,” our P4/5 pupils took their learning outdoors to design and build their very own rainforest shelters. Working in teams, the children explored how real rainforest tribes use natural materials for protection and survival. They then put their knowledge into action by selecting sticks, branches, leaves, and anything else they could find in our outdoor area to construct shelters of their own.

The activity required teamwork, creativity, problem‑solving, and plenty of perseverance. We discussed which shapes and structures would be strongest, experimented with different ways to secure their materials, and made improvements along the way, just like real explorers or rainforest tribes would have to do.

Once the shelters were complete, each group proudly presented their designs.

It was a fantastic hands‑on learning experience that brought our rainforest topic to life, helping pupils deepen their understanding of habitats, survival, and global diversity, all while having great fun outdoors! 🌿🏕️

Sacrament of First Penance 2026

Tue 10 Mar 2026 Mrs Strain

What a truly special day!

Some of our Primary 3 pupils joyfully celebrated the Sacrament of First Confession, marking an important step in their faith journey.

We are incredibly proud of the reverence, confidence, and maturity they showed throughout this meaningful occasion. Adding to the celebration, our older pupils formed a beautiful choir, providing music that helped create a calm, prayerful atmosphere. Their contribution made the service even more memorable for everyone involved.

A heartfelt thank‑you to our families, staff, and pupils for their support and preparation.

Well done, Primary 3!

World Book Day 5/3/2026

Thu 05 Mar 2026 Miss Sawyer

World Book Day 2026

What a success!

The school was filled with excitement as pupils and staff arrived dressed as their favourite book characters. From classic storybook heroes to modern-day favourites, the creativity and enthusiasm on display made the day truly special.

Throughout the day, classes took part in a range of fun literacy activities designed to inspire a love of reading. One of the highlights was our Design a Book Cover and Blurb competition. Pupils showcased their imagination and artistic talents by redesigning covers for well-loved stories. The entries were fantastic, and it was clear that a lot of thought and effort had gone into each one.

Another favourite moment was our paired reading sessions, where older pupils teamed up with younger children to share stories together. These sessions created a lovely atmosphere around the school and gave pupils the chance to enjoy books while building confidence and friendships across year groups.

A huge well done to everyone who took part. Your enthusiasm made World Book Day a memorable celebration of the joy of reading!