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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

15th Oct 2025
Year 6 & 7 have been getting creative in the Spirit of Halloween. The children...
 
 
 
 
15th Oct 2025
Year 6 and 7 pupils had a fantastic day stepping back in time during their visit...
 
 
 
 
14th Oct 2025
Miss Farnon has been doing lots of practical activities with Primary 4 & 5 to...
 
 
 
 
14th Oct 2025
Some members of our school council teamed up with our friends from Drumadonnell Primary...
 
 
 
 
14th Oct 2025
We welcomed Daryl from The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue service last week to...
 
 
 
 
10th Oct 2025
As part of World Mental Health Day, we wore something yellow or our own clothes and...
 
 
 
 
 

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Upcoming Events...

Friday, 17th October 2025
W5 Trip to celebrate Maths Week Ireland (P4/P7)
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
Monday, 20th October 2025
Trip to Palace Stables, Armagh (Reception-Primary 3 (9am - 2pm))
Transfer Class 3.00pm - 4.10pm (Primary 7)
Wednesday, 22nd October 2025
French Classes (Reception - Primary 7)
Down County GAA Board (Primary 4 - Primary 7)
Thursday, 23rd October 2025
Mini's Music (P2/3)
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, 24th October 2025
Halloween Disco
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
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
Monday, 3rd November 2025
Transfer Class 3.00pm - 4.10pm (Primary 7)
Wednesday, 5th November 2025
Down County GAA Board (Primary 4 - Primary 7)
French Classes (Reception - Primary 7)
Thursday, 6th November 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, 7th November 2025
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
Tuesday, 11th November 2025
Mini's Music (Reception/P1)
Wednesday, 12th November 2025
Down County GAA Board (Primary 4 - Primary 7)
French Classes (Reception - Primary 7)
Thursday, 13th November 2025
PE Gerard McAnulty (Reception - Primary 7)
'Performing To Our Best' Workshop taken by Mr Martin O'Donnell (Primary 6/7)
Funfit Sports (Reception - Primary 2 from 2.00pm - 3.00pm. Primary 3 - Primary 7 3.00pm - 4.00pm)
Friday, 14th November 2025
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)