Business Details
Your Child's Exceptional Educational Journey Starts Here
St Patrick's Primary School Burrenreagh provides a unique educational experience rooted in Christian values, nestled at the foot of Tollymore Forest and the Mourne Mountains. Our school fosters a happy, caring community where academic, spiritual, physical, and moral development thrive in a safe environment. With smaller class sizes, we ensure individual attention to help each child flourish. We maintain strong partnerships between school, home, and the local community to support holistic growth during primary years. Our dedicated staff prioritises excellence in education while nurturing a purposeful school environment.Visitors are warmly welcomed to experience our vibrant atmosphere firsthand. We actively engage in community initiatives and extracurricular activities to enrich student life. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures children receive a well-rounded education. Regular communication with parents supports transparent collaboration in their child's learning journey. The school's location and facilities enhance the learning experience through natural surroundings and modern resources.
Services
Primary Education
After-School Drama Club
GAA Sports Coaching
Phonics Club
Breakfast Club
Highlights and features
- We offer smaller class sizes for personalised attention
- Our staff prioritises holistic development in a safe environment
- We maintain strong partnerships between school, home and community
- Our location combines natural beauty with modern educational resources
- We provide diverse extracurricular activities for well-rounded development
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education programme delivers a comprehensive curriculum tailored to individual learning needs. Focused on academic excellence within a Christian framework, we nurture students' intellectual, spiritual, and social development. The curriculum integrates core subjects with moral education and community engagement activities.
After-School Drama Club
Led by Mrs King, our drama club develops creativity and communication skills through structured sessions. Children participate in speech and drama activities that build confidence and teamwork. The programme operates weekly with a focus on practical performance skills.
GAA Sports Coaching
Weekly GAA coaching sessions develop fundamental sports skills in Gaelic games. Weather permitting, children in P3-P7 receive expert instruction in traditional Irish sports. The programme promotes physical fitness, teamwork and healthy competition in a supportive environment.
Phonics Club
Daily phonics sessions reinforce literacy skills for younger pupils through interactive learning. Targeted at P1-P3 students, the club enhances phonetic awareness and reading ability. Structured activities make learning engaging and accessible for early readers.
Breakfast Club
Our supervised breakfast club provides nutritious meals and social time before school. Operating daily from 8:00am, it offers a structured start to the school day. The affordable programme includes varied breakfast options and pre-class activities.
People
Mona McGreevy
Principal
Mona McGreevy leads St Patrick's Primary School with over 20 years of educational leadership experience. She champions holistic child development and community engagement. Her vision prioritises academic excellence within a nurturing Christian environment.
Questions
How do I apply for school admission?
Applications for Reception and Primary 1 can be submitted through our website or by contacting the school office directly.
What after-school programmes are available?
We offer drama club, GAA sports, phonics support, extended care until 4pm, and a daily breakfast club with structured activities.
Is the school accessible for visitors?
Yes, we welcome visitors by appointment. Contact our office on 028 43778593 to arrange a tour of our facilities.
What special educational features do you offer?
Our smaller class sizes, Christian values focus, and strong community links create a unique learning environment for all pupils.
How does the school support pupil development?
We combine academic instruction with moral education, physical activities, and creative programmes to ensure well-rounded personal growth.
