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Your Trusted Integrated Primary School in Ballycastle
Ballycastle Integrated Primary School is committed to fostering a child-centred educational environment where every pupil feels happy, safe, and valued. Established as a Controlled Integrated School in 2007, we prioritise equality by enrolling children from diverse religious and cultural backgrounds, ensuring balanced representation across our student body, staff, and governance. Our curriculum is designed to meet individual needs, promoting holistic development through inclusive, all-ability teaching methods. We actively engage parents as partners in education, offering initiatives like PTA events, focus groups, and workshops to strengthen community ties. Our integrated ethos celebrates diversity, preparing children for a globally connected world while addressing local societal challenges through shared education programmes and environmental projects.Staff undergo regular training to uphold our commitment to integrated learning experiences. We facilitate religious education and sacramental preparation while respecting all faiths and none, demonstrated through interfaith visits and inclusive assemblies. Our extracurricular activities, including sports programmes and eco-school projects, reinforce social responsibility and mental well-being. As a leader in integrated education, we empower future generations to drive positive societal change in Northern Ireland.
Services
Nursery Unit
Primary Education
After-School Club
Integrated Curriculum
Parental Involvement Programmes
Eco-Schools Project
Shared Education Partnerships
Religious Education
Sports Programmes
Mental Health Support
Highlights and features
- We offer integrated education for children from diverse religious and cultural backgrounds
- Our child-centred approach meets individual learning needs and abilities
- We maintain a religiously balanced school population as per integrated education principles
- We provide regular parental engagement opportunities through workshops and events
- Our curriculum includes interfaith education and environmental sustainability projects
Services
Nursery Unit
Our purpose-built nursery provides 26 full-time funded places for children aged 3-4. The facility offers structured learning through play, preparing children for primary education. Parents can arrange tours outside school hours with the Principal to view our early years provision.
Integrated Curriculum
We deliver a balanced curriculum that addresses diverse learning needs through all-ability teaching methods. Our approach promotes equality by ensuring equal participation from children of different religious and cultural backgrounds across all subjects and activities.
After-School Club
The 'Little Rascals' Wraparound Club provides childcare before and after school hours. Booking is essential through our online system or by contacting Clara directly. This service supports working parents while maintaining our educational values.
Shared Education Partnerships
We collaborate with St Patrick's and St Brigid's Primary Schools on joint educational programmes. These partnerships enhance learning experiences through shared resources, professional development, and inter-community activities that promote understanding and cooperation.
Eco-Schools Project
Our environmental initiatives teach sustainability through practical activities. Students participate in gardening, recycling programmes, and eco-awareness campaigns that connect classroom learning with real-world environmental stewardship.
People
Mrs J McGuigan
Principal
Mrs McGuigan leads Ballycastle Integrated Primary School with a commitment to inclusive education. She champions integrated learning principles and community partnerships, ensuring children develop in a supportive, diverse environment that prepares them for modern society.
Questions
What makes Ballycastle Integrated Primary School unique?
We provide integrated education for children from Protestant, Catholic, and other backgrounds, promoting equality and diversity through daily shared learning experiences.
What age groups do you cater for?
We offer nursery provision for 3-4 year olds and primary education for children aged 4-11 years.
How do you involve parents in school activities?
We operate an open-door policy and offer PTA events, focus groups, workshops, and regular communication channels for parental involvement.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We provide sports programmes (Gaelic, soccer, rugby), eco-school projects, gardening club, and inter-school competitions.
How do you support religious education?
We teach about major world religions, visit places of worship, and provide sacramental preparation while respecting all faiths and none.
What is your approach to child development?
Our child-centred curriculum focuses on holistic development, addressing academic, social, emotional, and spiritual growth in a safe environment.
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