Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Inclusive Primary Education in Belfast
Cregagh Primary School has been at the heart of South-East Belfast's educational landscape since 1939. Our institution prides itself on creating a nurturing environment where every child receives personalized attention within a broad Christian ethos that welcomes all faiths and backgrounds. As Northern Ireland's only primary school with a specialist unit for deaf children, we combine inclusivity with academic excellence.Our dedicated staff fosters a love of learning through a comprehensive curriculum that develops confidence, resilience, and individual potential. With a strong emphasis on community partnerships and modern educational practices, we prepare students for lifelong learning while maintaining our historic commitment to family values and mutual respect.
Services
Primary education
Deaf education unit
After-school clubs
Parental support programs
Community outreach
Details
- Year established: 1939
Highlights and features
- We offer specialist educational support for deaf children
- Our school has served Belfast families since 1939
- We maintain a 1:18 pupil-to-teacher ratio for personalized learning
- Our staff includes qualified specialists in special educational needs
- We provide a secure, family-oriented learning environment
What people say
Inclusive atmosphere
Dedicated staff
Excellent support for deaf children
Services
Primary education
Cregagh Primary School delivers comprehensive education for children aged 4-11 through Foundation and Primary stages. Our curriculum combines academic instruction with character development in a supportive Christian environment. We maintain small class sizes to ensure individual attention and cater to diverse learning needs.
Deaf education unit
As Northern Ireland's only primary school with a dedicated deaf education unit, we provide specialized resources and qualified staff for hearing-impaired pupils. Our inclusive approach integrates deaf and hearing children while maintaining tailored support programs for individual development needs.
After-school clubs
We offer various enrichment activities including STEM P7 Code Club, choir, sports teams, and digital leadership programs. These clubs extend learning beyond the classroom while fostering social skills and special interests in a supervised environment.
People
Mr Heggarty
Principal
A former pupil and graduate of Cregagh Primary School, Mr Heggarty holds a B.Ed. and M.Ed. qualification. With extensive educational experience, he leads the school with a commitment to maintaining its family-oriented ethos while advancing modern teaching practices.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We educate children aged 4-11 through Foundation stages and Primary 1-7 classes.
Do you accept international students?
Yes, we welcome families from all cultural and national backgrounds.
What special educational needs support exists?
We have a specialist unit for deaf children and qualified SEN support staff.
How can parents get involved?
Parents can join our Parent Staff Association or participate in school events.
