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St Mary's PS Dechomet, Castlewellan

Welcome

Hello and welcome

Welcome to 'St Mary's Primary School, Dechomet' website. We hope by browsing our site you will be able to gain a sense of the happy, caring and vibrant learning environment we provide for our children.

Our school has recently been modernised and extended including the provision of a new 'Multi Purpose Sports Hall'.  In addition, a new, fully equipped sports pitch has been constructed and is now in everyday use. With our new and up to date facilities we are extremely well equipped to provide a high quality education to each and every child

All our staff are very committed and work tirelessly to provide a wide range of experiences both during and after school so that each individual pupil develops to his/her fullest potential. Our recent Inspection Report which you can view in the Parent Area, highlights such aspects as the quality working relationships, the excellent provision for learning, the outstanding Pastoral Care  and the high standards  achieved by our pupils.

Whilst we are a catholic school we presently welcome children from other religions and backgrounds. Our pupils are nurtured in an environment where respect and understanding of others play a key part in their moral and spiritual development.

Should you wish to gain a sense of the warm, welcoming atmosphere for yourself please do contact the school to arrange an appointment to view the school and speak with members of our staff.

With sincere good wishes

Mrs Oonagh McNally, PRINCIPAL

 

OCTOBER 2016 INSPECTION REPORT - SEE PARENT AREA

News

16th Jun 2025
Fun in the sun for Year 2/3 in Hillsborough Park.
 
 
 
 
13th Jun 2025
What a wonderful Sports Day! Filled with energy, teamwork, laughter and unforgettable...
 
 
 
 
10th Jun 2025
Year 7 had a fabulous end of year trip with Geology Rocks! They enjoyed bouldering...
 
 
 
 
9th Jun 2025
Thanks so much to Anna-Mae’s Mummy for bringing some fluffy chicks into school...
 
 
 
 
5th Jun 2025
Congratulations to Freddie who represented our school at half time during the Down...
 
 
 
 
3rd Jun 2025
Year 6 & 7 had a cookery demonstration from Farm Quality Assured and enjoyed...
 
 
 
 
 

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Upcoming Events...

Tuesday, 17th June 2025
Ten Foundation selling school bags from 1.30pm
Fire Brigade visit to P2/3 Class
Party Animals NI (Reception - Primary 5 Classes)
Evo's Soccer ( (Reception - P3 2.10pm - 3.10pm and P4 - P7 3.10pm - 4.10pm))
Wednesday, 18th June 2025
Dr Cunningham Shield (Assumption Grammar School)
Down County GAA Board (9.30am - 12 midday)
Thursday, 19th June 2025
PE (Gerard McAnulty) (Reception - Primary 7)
FunFit Sports After Schools (Reception - P2 2.10pm - 3.10pm and P3- P7 3.10pm - 4.10pm)
Friday, 20th June 2025
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
Monday, 23rd June 2025
Transfer Class (3.10pm - 4.10pm)
Tuesday, 24th June 2025
Evo's Soccer ( (Reception - P3 2.10pm - 3.10pm and P4 - P7 3.10pm - 4.10pm))
Wednesday, 25th June 2025
Down County GAA Board (9.30am - 12 midday)
Thursday, 26th June 2025
PE (Gerard McAnulty) (Reception - Primary 7)
Leavers Assembly P7 (Parents of Primary 7 pupils welcome to attend)
Library Van (10.30am - 11.30am)
Monday, 30th June 2025
School closes for Summer Holidays