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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

5th Mar 2026
For World Book Day, our fabulous P3 children used pictures to give clues about what...
 
 
 
 
5th Mar 2026
To celebrate World Book Day, we came to school as normal but with one BIG difference;...
 
 
 
 
5th Mar 2026
P4-5 brought their books to school in something that was not a schoolbag for World...
 
 
 
 
5th Mar 2026
Massive congratulations to our winners who stood out for their unique and creative...
 
 
 
 
5th Mar 2026
Today we celebrated World Book Day in a wonderfully creative way. Instead of bringing...
 
 
 
 
5th Mar 2026
We are all very creative in Reception and P1 today for World Book Day. We didn’t...
 
 
 
 
 

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Upcoming Events...

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 P2/P3 (at St Mary's Primary School Dechomet)
Shared Education Trip for P4/5 (Drumadonnell Primary School)
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 3 & Primary 6/7)
Artsekta Worshop P6/7 (10.30am - 12.30pm)
Monday, 9th March 2026
Transfer Class 3.00pm - 4.10pm (Primary 7)
PE provided for Rec/P1 by students from St Patrick's College, Banbridge (9.30am - 10.15am)
P6/7 Trip to FE McWilliams Gallery, Banbridge (9.00am - 12.30pm)
Tuesday, 10th March 2026
Swimming Lessons P6/7 (10am - 12midday)
Evo's Soccer After School Clubs (Reception - P3 from 2pm - 3pm. P4 - P7 from 3pm - 4pm)
Thursday, 12th March 2026
Wear Green for St Patrick's Day!!!
PE Gerard McAnulty (Reception - Primary 7)
St Patrick's Talent Show
St Patrick's Day Assembly by P6/7 pupils (9.30am Primary 6/7 parents welcome to attend)
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 & Primary 6/7)
Shared Education Trip for P4/5 (Drumadonnell Primary School)
Shared Education P2/P3 (at St Mary's Primary School Dechomet)
Artsekta Worshop P6/7 (10.30am - 12.30pm)
Monday, 16th March 2026
School Closed
Tuesday, 17th March 2026
St Patrick's Day (School Closed)
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
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 & Primary 6/7)
Artsekta Worshop P6/7 (10.30am - 12.30pm)
Monday, 23rd March 2026
PE provided for Rec/P1 by students from St Patrick's College, Banbridge (9.30am - 10.15am)
Transfer Class 3.00pm - 4.10pm (Primary 7)
Tuesday, 24th March 2026
Swimming Lessons P6/7 (10am - 12midday)
Evo's Soccer After School Clubs (Reception - P3 from 2pm - 3pm. P4 - P7 from 3pm - 4pm)
Thursday, 26th March 2026
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, 27th March 2026
Art/Bun Sale (2pm)
Hurling Skills (Reception - Primary 7)
Artsekta Worshop P6/7 (10.30am - 12.30pm)
Monday, 30th March 2026
Visit by Ms Joan Aldridge Diocesan Advisor
Transfer Class 3.00pm - 4.10pm (Primary 7)
Tuesday, 31st March 2026
Swimming Lessons P6/7 (10am - 12midday)
Evo's Soccer After School Clubs (Reception - P3 from 2pm - 3pm. P4 - P7 from 3pm - 4pm)
Thursday, 2nd April 2026
Easter Break
Friday, 3rd April 2026
Easter Break
Saturday, 4th April 2026
Easter Break