Business Details
50+ Years
experience
St Patrick's Primary School & Nursery Unit
St Patrick's Primary School & Nursery Unit has been dedicated to providing high-quality education and care for children aged 2 to 11 since our establishment in 1973. Our school community takes pride in maintaining a 95% attendance rate and fostering a nurturing environment where pupils thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. With 263 children in primary education and 52 in our state-of-the-art nursery facility, we offer a structured curriculum delivered by 12 experienced educators, including specialist teachers for unique learning needs.Our purpose-built nursery unit, established in 1999, operates alongside the main school campus featuring modern classrooms, a multipurpose hall, and extensive outdoor learning spaces. Over our 50-year history, we have developed a strong reputation within the local community for excellence in Catholic education while maintaining inclusive cross-community values. Our facilities have expanded through strategic improvements, including a major extension completed in 2004 that enhanced our special needs provision and staff resources.
Services
Nursery Education
Primary Education
School Meals
After-School Programs
Parent Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 95% attendance rate reflecting our engaging learning environment
- Our purpose-built nursery facility caters specifically to children aged 2-4
- Experienced teaching staff includes specialists for diverse learning needs
- Modern facilities include dedicated playgrounds and learning spaces
- Established reputation for excellence in Catholic education since 1973
What people say
Dedicated teachers
Excellent facilities
Strong community focus
Good communication
Caring environment
Services
Nursery Education
Our cross-community nursery provides care and education for 52 children aged 2-4. The purpose-built facility includes dedicated playgrounds and age-appropriate learning resources. Staff focus on foundational skills through play-based learning while maintaining small group sizes for individual attention.
Primary Education
We educate 263 children aged 4-11 through 9 classroom-based programs. Our curriculum follows Northern Ireland's educational standards with specialist support for diverse learning needs. Classes are organized by age with two composite classes for mixed-age groupings where appropriate.
School Meals
Nutritious school meals are provided daily with options for different age groups. The menu follows healthy eating guidelines and includes special provisions for dietary requirements. Parents can apply for free meal assistance through official channels.
After-School Activities
We offer various after-school programs including sports, arts, and academic support. Activities are designed to complement classroom learning while developing social skills and physical wellbeing. Programs operate during term time in our dedicated facilities.
Parent Workshops
Regular workshops help parents support children's learning at home. Sessions cover literacy, numeracy, and digital safety topics. We also provide resources for home-school communication and child development guidance.
People
Mr Brian McGurk
Principal
Mr McGurk leads our school with over 20 years' experience in Catholic education. He oversees curriculum implementation and staff development while maintaining community partnerships. His leadership focuses on inclusive learning and pupil wellbeing.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide nursery education for children aged 2-4 and primary education for ages 4-11.
How do I apply for school places?
Applications for nursery and primary places follow the admissions criteria available on our website.
Are school meals provided?
Yes, we offer nutritious school meals with options for different age groups and dietary needs.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We provide after-school activities including sports, arts, and academic support programs during term time.
Is there parent support available?
We offer regular parent workshops covering literacy, numeracy, and child development topics.
What are your school hours?
Office hours are 9:15am to 3:15pm. Teaching hours follow standard primary school schedules.
Reviews (1)
Patricia Porter
Nov 29, 2015
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One of the best Catholic community primary school in castlederg. Teachers and staff are all really helpful and the pupils are also quite friendly.
