Business Details
Trusted Catholic Primary Education in Armagh
Mount St Catherine's Primary School is a Catholic educational institution dedicated to nurturing children's academic, personal, and spiritual growth. Our mission focuses on delivering excellence in early-years education while upholding Sacred Heart values, fostering a culture of enthusiasm, creativity, and achievement. We provide a broad, cross-curricular framework enriched by music, performance, and sports, ensuring personalized learning experiences that unlock each pupil's full potential.As a collaborative learning community, we prioritise tolerance, fairness, and teamwork, actively involving parents, staff, governors, and the wider community to create optimal educational outcomes. Our commitment to active learning and celebration of success at all levels establishes a foundation for lifelong achievement.
Services
Primary Education
Playgroup Provision
Extended Schools Programs
Special Educational Needs Support
Accelerated Reading Program
Highlights and features
- We deliver Catholic education rooted in Sacred Heart values with a focus on academic excellence.
- Our curriculum integrates cross-curricular activities, music, and sports for holistic development.
- We prioritise personalised learning to unlock each child's unique potential.
- Our staff maintain open communication with parents for collaborative educational support.
- We foster tolerance, fairness, and teamwork within a values-driven learning environment.
What people say
Dedicated teaching staff
Strong community values
Supportive learning environment
Engaging curriculum
Active parental involvement
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education program provides comprehensive academic instruction for children aged 4-11, rooted in Catholic values. We deliver a broad curriculum covering core subjects alongside creative arts and physical education. Our experienced teachers employ active learning methods to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while nurturing personal growth and social responsibility.
Playgroup Provision
The Little Buds playgroup supports early childhood development through structured play-based learning. Our qualified educators create age-appropriate activities that build foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social interaction. This program prepares children for formal schooling while maintaining strong partnerships with parents and caregivers.
Extended Schools
Our extended schools program offers supervised learning and recreational activities beyond regular school hours. The curriculum includes homework support, creative workshops, and physical activities that reinforce classroom learning. This service provides flexible childcare solutions while promoting continuous educational engagement in a safe environment.
People
Ms Ciara Farley
Principal
Ms Ciara Farley leads Mount St. Catherine's with over 15 years' experience in Catholic education. She champions values-driven learning and maintains strong community partnerships to enhance pupil development.
Mrs Allen
Vice Principal
Mrs Allen oversees curriculum implementation and staff development. Her expertise in primary education ensures high teaching standards and innovative learning approaches across all year groups.
Mrs Cathy McKenna
SENCO
Mrs McKenna coordinates special educational needs provision, ensuring tailored support for pupils with additional learning requirements. Her work maintains inclusive practices across the school's academic programs.
Questions
What educational philosophy guides Mount St. Catherine's?
We follow Catholic educational principles rooted in Sacred Heart values, emphasizing academic excellence, personal development, and community responsibility through active learning.
What age groups do you cater for?
Our school serves children aged 4-11, with the Little Buds playgroup accepting younger preschool children in our early years foundation stage.
How do you support special educational needs?
Our SENCO coordinates individualised learning plans with classroom teachers and external specialists to ensure all pupils receive appropriate educational support.
Can parents get involved in school activities?
We actively encourage parental participation through regular consultations, school events, and volunteer opportunities in classroom and extracurricular programs.
Reviews (4)
Elaine Donnelly
May 26, 2021
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My second child is currently at Little Buds. Both my kids loved every minute of it the staff are great 😊 My little girls speech as come on so much since attending! Would highly recommend to anyone 😁
Ciara Crilly
May 11, 2021
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I highly Recommend Little Buds playgroup, the staff are so friendly and work excellent with kids. My we boy has come on so much from attending little buds and they are great at keeping in contact with you about your kids. Couldn’t ask for better!
Niamh Nic An Ghirr
May 06, 2021
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Brilliant playgroup and staff 😊 my wee man loves it and this place has brought him on so much
Maria Carr
May 06, 2021
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My son attends this school and he absolutely loves it. Teachers are so nice and friendly. Would definitely recommend this school.
