Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Primary Education in Derry
We are a Catholic primary and nursery school dedicated to delivering exceptional educational outcomes within a nurturing environment. Our inclusive approach prioritises the holistic development of every pupil, supported by strong partnerships with local, regional, and international organisations. With a focus on academic excellence, personal growth, and community engagement, we cultivate a learning culture where pupils, staff, and parents collaborate to achieve shared goals.Our experienced leadership team and dedicated teaching staff ensure high standards of attainment across all curriculum areas. Through initiatives like the School Development Plan 2024-2027, we continuously enhance our provision to meet evolving educational needs while maintaining our core values of care, respect, and aspiration.
Services
Primary Education
Nursery Programs
SEN Support
Extracurricular Activities
Staff Training
Highlights and features
- We offer a caring Catholic environment for holistic development
- Our staff deliver high educational attainment standards
- We maintain inclusive practices for all pupils' needs
- Our partnerships enhance learning opportunities
- We provide dedicated SEN support services
Services
Primary Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for pupils aged 4-11, following the Northern Ireland Curriculum. Our experienced teachers provide structured learning in core subjects while fostering creativity and critical thinking. With small class sizes and individualised support, we ensure every child achieves their full potential academically, socially, and spiritually.
Nursery Programs
Our nursery provision offers high-quality early years education for children aged 3-4. Through play-based learning and specialist teaching, we develop foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social interaction. The program prepares children for primary school while maintaining a nurturing environment that respects individual development rates.
SEN Support
We provide tailored support for pupils with special educational needs through dedicated SENCO staff and learning support teachers. Our inclusive approach combines individualised learning plans, specialist resources, and targeted interventions to address diverse learning requirements while ensuring full integration into school life.
Extracurricular Activities
We offer a range of enrichment activities including sports days, music programs, and religious education events. These activities extend learning beyond the classroom, develop new skills, and foster teamwork. Recent events include P2-P3 Sports Day and the Fan the Flame Mass at Celtic Park.
Staff Training
Our staff receive ongoing professional development through co-ordinators for literacy, numeracy, and special educational needs. With subject specialists and learning support teams, we maintain teaching excellence across all curriculum areas while sharing best practices through internal training programs and external partnerships.
People
Gavin Doherty
Principal
Mr Doherty leads our school with a commitment to inclusive education and academic excellence. He oversees strategic development while maintaining strong community connections through regular parent engagement and partnership building.
Mrs Parke
Vice Principal
Mrs Parke serves as Vice Principal and Primary 1 Teacher, combining classroom teaching with leadership responsibilities. She specialises in early years education and supports staff development across the foundation stage curriculum.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide education for nursery pupils aged 3-4 and primary pupils aged 4-11 through our structured curriculum and early years programs.
Do you support children with special needs?
Yes, we have dedicated SENCO staff and learning support teachers who provide tailored support for pupils with special educational needs.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer sports days, music programs, religious education events, and subject-specific clubs that extend learning beyond the classroom environment.
How can parents get involved?
Parents engage through regular meetings, partnership programs, and community events while maintaining open communication with teaching staff.
What makes your school unique?
Our Catholic values, inclusive approach, and strong community partnerships create a distinctive learning environment focused on individual pupil development.
