Business Details
Christ The King Primary School: Nurturing Excellence
Christ The King Primary School is a dedicated educational institution committed to nurturing every child's potential within a Christian values-based environment. Our school maintains a low pupil-teacher ratio of one teacher for every 15 pupils, ensuring individualised attention and support across eight classes from Nursery to Year 7. We employ classroom assistants in all foundation stage classes and have a full-time teacher specialising in literacy and numeracy support to address diverse learning needs. Our curriculum follows the Northern Ireland framework, structured around six core learning areas including Religious Education, while developing cross-curricular skills in communication, mathematics, and digital literacy. Through extracurricular activities like Gaelic sports coaching, music tuition, and outdoor learning trips to Pomeroy Forest, we provide holistic educational experiences.The school utilises the Schools NI App for transparent parent communication and maintains strong community partnerships through initiatives like the Parent Support Group. Our facilities include dedicated spaces for physical education, arts, and special needs support, with annual events such as the Cross Country competition and Halloween dress-up day fostering school spirit. We prioritise child safety through comprehensive safeguarding policies and internet safety education, while our Roots of Empathy programme promotes emotional development. The school community actively engages with parents through regular newsletters, prospectus updates, and digital learning platforms like Class Dojo and Mathletics. Our ETI Inspection Report demonstrates our commitment to continuous improvement in delivering quality education within County Tyrone.
Services
Primary Education
Nursery Classes
Special Needs Support
Extracurricular Activities
Parent Support Programmes
Highlights and features
- Maintain a low pupil-teacher ratio of 1:15 for personalised attention
- Provide dedicated literacy and numeracy support teachers
- Implement Christian values across all educational activities
- Offer extensive extracurricular programmes including sports and arts
- Utilise modern digital learning platforms for pupil engagement
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education programme delivers the Northern Ireland Curriculum through six core learning areas including Language & Literacy, Mathematics, and Religious Education. We develop cross-curricular skills in communication, digital literacy, and critical thinking while maintaining Christian values throughout all learning activities. The structured timetable incorporates physical education, arts, and world around us studies to provide balanced educational development for children aged 4-11.
Nursery Classes
Our nursery provision offers foundation stage education for 3-4 year olds, focusing on early communication development and social skills. With classroom assistants supporting each session, children engage in play-based learning activities that prepare them for formal schooling. The programme aligns with curriculum requirements while maintaining flexible morning and afternoon sessions to accommodate parental needs.
Special Educational Needs Support
We provide targeted educational support through dedicated literacy and numeracy specialists. Our inclusive approach ensures children with additional needs receive tailored assistance while remaining within mainstream classes. Classroom assistants work under teacher guidance to implement individualised learning plans, with regular progress assessments informing ongoing support strategies.
Extracurricular Activities
The school offers diverse extracurricular programmes including Gaelic sports coaching, music tuition, and running clubs. Seasonal activities like the Halloween dress-up day and annual cross country events promote physical development and school community engagement. Outdoor learning experiences at Pomeroy Forest complement classroom-based environmental education.
Parent Support Programmes
We maintain robust parent communication through the Schools NI App and regular newsletters. The Parent Support Group facilitates community involvement in school activities, while digital platforms like Class Dojo enable real-time learning updates. Parents receive comprehensive guidance through prospectus information sessions and curriculum workshops.
People
Mrs Roisin Darcy
Principal
Mrs Darcy leads Christ the King Primary School with a commitment to Christian values and educational excellence. She oversees curriculum implementation, staff development, and community engagement initiatives.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide education for children aged 3-11 years through our nursery and primary classes from Reception to Year 7.
How do you support children with special educational needs?
We have dedicated literacy and numeracy support teachers plus classroom assistants who implement individualised learning plans under teacher supervision.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Our after-school clubs include Gaelic sports coaching, music tuition, running clubs, and seasonal events like the Halloween dress-up day.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use the Schools NI App for instant updates, supplemented by regular printed newsletters and digital learning platform notifications.
What curriculum do you follow?
We deliver the Northern Ireland Curriculum through six learning areas while incorporating Christian values across all educational activities.
What is your pupil-teacher ratio?
Our school maintains a low ratio of one teacher for every 15 pupils to ensure quality individualised attention.
