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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

20th Feb 2026
A big thank you to Noel from arc 21 Waste Management Group who came in today and...
 
 
 
 
20th Feb 2026
Noel from arc21 Waste Management Group, visited our class today. He came to...
 
 
 
 
20th Feb 2026
This week, our class focused on the importance of emotional well-being and positive...
 
 
 
 
20th Feb 2026
As part of our literacy work P6/7 explored how similes and metaphors are powerful...
 
 
 
 
19th Feb 2026
Today, we were tasked with building an enclosure for an animal from our Cold Lands...
 
 
 
 
17th Feb 2026
Year 6 and 7 enjoyed pancakes on Tuesday after swimming.
 
 
 
 
 

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Upcoming Events...

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)
Eco Noel Workshops (Whole School)
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
Mental Health Week ('This Is My Place')
Monday, 23rd February 2026
PE provided for Rec/P1 by students from St Patrick's College, Banbridge (9.30am - 10.15am)
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
REIM (Primary 4 - Primary 7)
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
School Nurse Visit For Primary 1 Health Appraisals
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
Shared Education P2/P3 (at St Mary's Primary School Dechomet)
Shared Education Trip for P4/5 (Drumadonnell Primary School)
Monday, 2nd March 2026
School Nurse Visit For Primary 1 Health Appraisals
PE provided for Rec/P1 by students from St Patrick's College, Banbridge (9.30am - 10.15am)
Tuesday, 3rd March 2026
Mini's Music (Reception/P1)
Swimming Lessons P6/7 (10am - 12midday)
Wednesday, 4th March 2026
Down County GAA Board (Primary 4 - Primary 7)
Thursday, 5th March 2026
World Book Day
Mini's Music (P2/3)
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, 6th March 2026
Shared Education Trip for P4/5 (Drumadonnell Primary School)
Shared Education P2/P3 (at St Mary's Primary School Dechomet)
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
Monday, 9th March 2026
PE provided for Rec/P1 by students from St Patrick's College, Banbridge (9.30am - 10.15am)
Tuesday, 10th March 2026
Swimming Lessons P6/7 (10am - 12midday)
Wednesday, 11th March 2026
Down County GAA Board (Primary 4 - Primary 7)
Thursday, 12th March 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, 13th March 2026
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
Shared Education P2/P3 (at St Mary's Primary School Dechomet)
Shared Education Trip for P4/5 (Drumadonnell Primary School)
Monday, 16th March 2026
PE provided for Rec/P1 by students from St Patrick's College, Banbridge (9.30am - 10.15am)
Tuesday, 17th March 2026
St Patrick's Day (School Closed)
Wednesday, 18th March 2026
Down County GAA Board (Primary 4 - Primary 7)
Thursday, 19th March 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 March 2026
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3)
Shared Education P2/P3 (at St Mary's Primary School Dechomet)
Shared Education Trip for P4/5 (Drumadonnell Primary School)