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St Mary's PS Dechomet, Castlewellan

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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

2nd Oct 2025
This week, there was lots of excitement as Anna-Maé brought in the BIGGEST...
 
 
 
 
26th Sep 2025
Oisín brought a lovely surprise visitor into Year 6 & 7 today, Pickles.
 
 
 
 
26th Sep 2025
Fun outdoors in the Autumn sunshine for Y2/3.
 
 
 
 
25th Sep 2025
Year 6 & 7 pupils have been stepping back to the 1800’s and bravely sampled...
 
 
 
 
24th Sep 2025
Primary 4 and 5 loved visiting the Ulster Museum today to learn about the Egyptians...
 
 
 
 
24th Sep 2025
P4-5 had great fun hot seating in drama asking Jesus how he called his disciples...
 
 
 
 
 

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Upcoming Events...

Thursday, 2nd October 2025
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, 3rd October 2025
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
Monday, 6th October 2025
Transfer Class 3.00pm - 4.10pm (Primary 7)
Tuesday, 7th October 2025
Flu Vaccine (P1 - P7 pupils)
Evo's Soccer After School Clubs (Reception - P3 from 2pm - 3pm. P4 - P7 from 3pm - 4pm)
Wednesday, 8th October 2025
French Classes (Reception - Primary 7)
Down County GAA Board (Primary 4 - Primary 7)
Thursday, 9th October 2025
PE Gerard McAnulty (Reception - Primary 7)
Library Van (10.30am - 11.30am)
Funfit Sports (Reception - Primary 2 from 2.00pm - 3.00pm. Primary 3 - Primary 7 3.00pm - 4.00pm)
Friday, 10th October 2025
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
Monday, 13th October 2025
Eco Noel (Whole School)
Transfer Class 3.00pm - 4.10pm (Primary 7)
Tuesday, 14th October 2025
Mini's Music (Reception/P1)
Ulster Folk & Transport Museum Trip (P6/7 (8.30am - 3.00pm))
Evo's Soccer After School Clubs (Reception - P3 from 2pm - 3pm. P4 - P7 from 3pm - 4pm)
Wednesday, 15th October 2025
French Classes (Reception - Primary 7)
Down County GAA Board (Primary 4 - Primary 7)
Thursday, 16th October 2025
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, 17th October 2025
W5 Trip to celebrate Maths Week Ireland (P4/P7)
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
Monday, 20th October 2025
Transfer Class 3.00pm - 4.10pm (Primary 7)
Trip to Palace Stables, Armagh (Reception-Primary 3 (9am - 2pm))
Wednesday, 22nd October 2025
Down County GAA Board (Primary 4 - Primary 7)
French Classes (Reception - Primary 7)
Thursday, 23rd October 2025
PE Gerard McAnulty (Reception - Primary 7)
Mini's Music (P2/3)
Funfit Sports (Reception - Primary 2 from 2.00pm - 3.00pm. Primary 3 - Primary 7 3.00pm - 4.00pm)
Friday, 24th October 2025
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
Halloween Disco
Monday, 27th October 2025
Hallowe'en Break and Staff Training
Tuesday, 28th October 2025
Hallowe'en Break and Staff Training
Wednesday, 29th October 2025
Hallowe'en Break and Staff Training
Thursday, 30th October 2025
Hallowe'en Break and Staff Training
Friday, 31st October 2025
Hallowe'en Break and Staff Training