Business Details
St Mary's Primary School - Nurturing Learning in Killyleagh
St Mary's Primary School occupies a 3-acre site overlooking Killyleagh Castle, providing a friendly, caring, and excellent learning environment for children from Killyleagh, Shrigley, and surrounding rural areas. As a Catholic school, our core values of respect, tolerance, honesty, and inclusivity shape all relationships and aspects of school life. We prioritise children in every decision, fostering strong partnerships with parents while maintaining well-equipped facilities and an extensive programme of extended school activities.These activities enhance the Northern Ireland curriculum, offering opportunities to develop character and talent through diverse experiences. Our website showcases school events, visitors, and learning achievements, reflecting the dedicated efforts of staff, parents, and governors. We warmly invite prospective families to visit and experience firsthand the supportive educational environment we cultivate.
Services
Primary Education
Extended School Activities
Parental Engagement
Catholic Education
Community Partnerships
Highlights and features
- We offer Catholic values-based education with respect and inclusivity at its core.
- Our extended school activities programme enhances curriculum learning and talent development.
- We maintain strong partnerships with parents and governors to support children's growth.
- Our staff provide dedicated, child-centred learning experiences in well-equipped facilities.
- We offer unique educational opportunities through community partnerships and castle-adjacent grounds.
Services
Primary Education
We deliver the Northern Ireland primary curriculum through child-centred learning in a values-driven environment. Our dedicated staff create engaging lessons that develop academic skills and personal growth. The castle-adjacent grounds provide unique outdoor learning opportunities for practical, contextual education.
Extended School Activities
Our enrichment activities extend learning beyond the classroom through creative, physical, and community-based experiences. These programmes develop character, talent, and social skills while complementing academic achievement. Activities include themed projects and collaborative events with local partners.
Parental Engagement
We foster strong home-school partnerships through regular communication, shared learning events, and parental contributions to school governance. Parents participate in activities like 'Come Dine With Me' and curriculum workshops to support children's educational journey.
Questions
What educational values does St Mary's Primary School emphasize?
We prioritize Catholic values of respect, tolerance, honesty, and inclusivity across all learning and relationships.
What extra-curricular opportunities are available?
Our extended school activities programme enhances curriculum learning through character and talent development.
How does the school involve parents?
We maintain strong parent partnerships through regular communication and collaborative learning events.
What makes the school's location special?
Our 3-acre site overlooks historic Killyleagh Castle, providing unique educational and recreational opportunities.
Reviews (1)
Brigeen Henderson
Jul 29, 2013
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Fantastic wee school don't know were the last person lives but it is certainly not beside this school. Kids are very well mannered and look out for each other. Very well behaved children would recommend this school to anyone.
