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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
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| Monday, 2nd February 2026 |
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| Funfit Sports (Reception - Primary 2 from 2.00pm - 3.00pm. Primary 3 - Primary 7 3.00pm - 4.00pm) |
| Tuesday, 3rd February 2026 |
| Cumann na mBunscol Indoor Camogie Tournament at St Malachy's High School, Castlewellan (9.15am - 12.30pm) |
| Mini's Music (Reception/P1) |
| Swimming Lessons P6/7 (10am - 12midday) |
| Evo's Soccer After School Clubs (Reception - P3 from 2pm - 3pm. P4 - P7 from 3pm - 4pm) |
| Service of Light (Primary 7) (St Mary of the Angels at 7pm) |
| Wednesday, 4th February 2026 |
| Down County GAA Board (Primary 4 - Primary 7) |
| School will close at 1pm to facilitate Parent Teacher Meetings (After School Clubs will be available from 1pm - 3pm and then from 3pm - 5pm as normal) |
| Thursday, 5th February 2026 |
| Mini's Music (P2/3) |
| PE Gerard McAnulty (Reception - Primary 7) |
| School will close at 1pm to facilitate Parent Teacher Meetings (After School Clubs will be available from 1pm - 3pm and then from 3pm - 5pm as normal) |
| Friday, 6th February 2026 |
| Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3) |
| Shared Education Trip (P2/3 to Drumadonnell Primary School) |
| Shared Education for P4/5 (at St Mary's Primary School Dechomet) |
| School will close at 1pm to facilitate Parent Teacher Meetings (After School Clubs will be available from 1pm - 3pm and then from 3pm - 5pm as normal) |
| Monday, 9th February 2026 |
| Mid-term Break and Staff Training |
| Tuesday, 10th February 2026 |
| Mid-term Break and Staff Training |
| Wednesday, 11th February 2026 |
| Mid-term Break and Staff Training |
| Thursday, 12th February 2026 |
| Mid-term Break and Staff Training |
| Friday, 13th February 2026 |
| Mid-term Break and Staff Training |
| Tuesday, 17th February 2026 |
| Swimming Lessons P6/7 (10am - 12midday) |
| Evo's Soccer After School Clubs (Reception - P3 from 2pm - 3pm. P4 - P7 from 3pm - 4pm) |
| Wednesday, 18th February 2026 |
| Down County GAA Board (Primary 4 - Primary 7) |
| Thursday, 19th February 2026 |
| PE Gerard McAnulty (Reception - Primary 7) |
| Funfit Sports (Reception - Primary 2 from 2.00pm - 3.00pm. Primary 3 - Primary 7 3.00pm - 4.00pm) |
| Friday, 20th February 2026 |
| Shared Education Trip (P2/3 to Drumadonnell Primary School) |
| Shared Education for P4/5 (at St Mary's Primary School Dechomet) |
| Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3) |
| Tuesday, 24th February 2026 |
| Swimming Lessons P6/7 (10am - 12midday) |
| Evo's Soccer After School Clubs (Reception - P3 from 2pm - 3pm. P4 - P7 from 3pm - 4pm) |
| First Confession (Primary 4) (St Mary of the Angels at 7pm) |
| Wednesday, 25th February 2026 |
| Down County GAA Board (Primary 4 - Primary 7) |
| Thursday, 26th February 2026 |
| PE Gerard McAnulty (Reception - Primary 7) |
| Funfit Sports (Reception - Primary 2 from 2.00pm - 3.00pm. Primary 3 - Primary 7 3.00pm - 4.00pm) |
| Friday, 27th February 2026 |
| Shared Education P2/P3 (at St Mary's Primary School Dechomet) |
| School Nurse Visit For Primary 1 Health Appraisals |
| Shared Education Trip for P4/5 (Drumadonnell Primary School) |
| Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3) |
| Monday, 2nd March 2026 |
| School Nurse Visit For Primary 1 Health Appraisals |
St Mary's PS Dechomet 6 Closkelt Road Ballyward Castlewellan Down BT31 9QE
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