Business Details
Welcome to Mallusk Integrated Primary School
We are Mallusk Integrated Primary School, a nurturing educational institution dedicated to fostering inclusive learning environments. Established to provide holistic education, we prioritise the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of every child. Our approach celebrates diversity, ensuring each student feels valued and supported. Through collaborative partnerships with parents and the community, we cultivate self-awareness, respect, and social responsibility. Our experienced team delivers a dynamic curriculum, enriched by extracurricular activities and wraparound care services.We maintain rigorous safeguarding policies and promote healthy lifestyles, ensuring a safe, stimulating space for growth. Recognised as a Thinking School, we teach reflective, critical, and creative thinking strategies. Our commitment to equality and inclusion extends to all aspects of school life, creating a 'home away from home' atmosphere where children thrive academically and emotionally.
Services
Primary Education
Integrated Curriculum
Wraparound Care
Parent Engagement
Special Educational Needs Support
Highlights and features
- We offer integrated education celebrating diversity and individual strengths
- Our Thinking School status develops critical and creative thinking skills
- Specialist staff provide tailored support for special educational needs
- Wraparound care includes breakfast club and holiday programmes
- Proven track record of parental engagement and community partnerships
What people say
Caring environment
Inclusive atmosphere
Supportive teachers
Celebrates diversity
Strong community
Services
Primary Education
We deliver a comprehensive primary curriculum aligned with Northern Ireland's educational standards. Our approach combines academic rigor with creative learning methods, ensuring each child's unique needs are met. Specialist teachers support subjects including physical education, arts, and technology.
Integrated Curriculum
Our curriculum integrates academic subjects with personal development, focusing on critical thinking and problem-solving. We incorporate 'Thinking Frames' and 'Habits of Mind' strategies to develop cognitive skills while maintaining strong literacy and numeracy foundations.
Wraparound Care
Play for All provides extended care from 8am-6pm daily, including school holidays. Our Ofsted-registered programme includes arts, sports, and outdoor activities led by qualified childcare professionals, with flexible pricing options for working families.
Parent Engagement
We maintain regular communication through parent-teacher meetings, newsletters, and digital platforms. Our active Parent Teacher Association organises events and fundraising activities, fostering strong home-school collaboration through structured consultation processes.
Special Educational Needs Support
Our dedicated SEN team provides tailored support for children with additional needs. We implement individualised education plans, sensory integration programmes, and specialist interventions while ensuring full participation in mainstream classroom activities.
People
Mrs Susanne Kinsella
Principal
Experienced educational leader with specialist qualifications in child protection. Oversees curriculum development and school operations while teaching P1/2 classes. Committed to inclusive education principles.
Mrs Jill Mellan
P5/6 Teacher
Senior teacher with extensive experience in upper primary education. Specialises in preparing students for secondary school transition while maintaining focus on academic and personal development.
Mr Chris McGrath
Senior Teacher
Experienced educator serving as Designated Teacher for Child Protection. Teaches P6/7 classes and contributes to school governance as Board of Governors member.
Mrs Karen Lamb
Learning Support Assistant
Provides specialist support for students with additional needs. Works closely with teachers to implement individualised learning plans and sensory integration activities across all year groups.
Mrs A. Williamson
Board of Governors Chair
Oversees school governance with designated responsibility for child protection policies. Ensures strategic direction aligns with educational standards and community needs.
Questions
What makes Mallusk Integrated Primary different from other schools?
We specialise in integrated education celebrating diversity, with a unique focus on Thinking School methodologies and individualised support for every child's development.
How do I apply for a place at the school?
Applications for P1 places are submitted online through the EA website between January 7-21. Prospective families should attend our Open Day in December.
What wraparound care options are available?
Play for All offers breakfast club from 8am, after-school care until 6pm, and full-day holiday programmes with flexible pricing options for working parents.
How does the school support special educational needs?
Our dedicated SEN team provides individualised education plans, sensory integration programmes, and specialist interventions while maintaining inclusive classroom environments with mainstream participation.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
We provide arts & crafts, sports programmes, construction areas, and outdoor play through our wraparound care service, plus regular themed events during school terms.
How can parents get involved with the school?
All parents automatically join the PTA, which organises events and fundraising. Regular communication channels include parent-teacher meetings, newsletters, and digital platforms.
