Business Details
Inclusive Primary Education in Donaghadee
St Anne's Primary School is a dedicated educational institution serving the Donaghadee community. We provide a comprehensive curriculum aligned with Northern Ireland's educational standards while fostering a nurturing environment that prioritises Christian values. Our teaching approach combines traditional methods with modern technology, ensuring students receive both academic instruction and character development. The school maintains strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families, creating a supportive learning ecosystem. With a focus on individual growth, we implement differentiated learning strategies and offer diverse extracurricular opportunities. Our facilities support both indoor and outdoor learning experiences, complemented by specialist programs like violin instruction and environmental initiatives.The school actively promotes student leadership through roles such as playground buddies and council memberships. We are currently transitioning to become Donaghadee's first integrated primary school, welcoming families from all cultural and faith backgrounds. Our recent inspection report highlighted exceptional classroom management, effective use of ICT, and students' positive attitudes towards learning. This journey of educational excellence continues as we maintain our commitment to developing confident, independent learners within a caring community.
Services
Foundation Stage Education
Key Stage 1 Instruction
Key Stage 2 Instruction
Violin Lessons
Eco Club Activities
Highlights and features
- We provide differentiated learning strategies for individual student needs
- Our staff team combines traditional teaching with modern technology integration
- We offer specialist violin instruction for upper primary pupils
- Our Eco Club promotes environmental awareness through practical initiatives
- We maintain strong home-school-community partnerships
What people say
Caring and friendly teachers
Inclusive and welcoming ethos
Effective classroom management
Positive attitudes towards learning
Broad and balanced curriculum
Services
Foundation Stage Education
Our Foundation Stage program supports children aged 4-6 through play-based learning. We focus on developing fundamental skills in literacy, numeracy, and social interaction while nurturing curiosity and creativity. The curriculum follows Northern Ireland's statutory requirements with additional enrichment activities.
Key Stage 1 Instruction
Key Stage 1 education for ages 6-8 combines structured learning with interactive activities. We emphasize reading, writing, and mathematics while incorporating science, arts, and physical education. Differentiated instruction ensures each child progresses at their appropriate pace within our supportive environment.
Key Stage 2 Instruction
Key Stage 2 education for ages 8-11 prepares students for secondary education. Our comprehensive program includes specialist subject teaching, ICT integration, and leadership opportunities. Students participate in council roles and environmental initiatives while maintaining academic excellence.
Violin Lessons
Specialist violin instruction is available for pupils aged 8-11 through our partnership with EA music tutors. These lessons develop musical skills and appreciation while providing performance opportunities. The program resumes annually in September with experienced professional instructors.
Eco Club Activities
Our Eco Club engages pupils in environmental stewardship through practical projects like tree planting. Students learn about sustainability while contributing to local conservation efforts. Recent activities included woodland work at Crommelin Woods and environmental awareness campaigns.
People
Mr Hennessy
Principal
Mr Hennessy leads St Anne's Primary School with a commitment to inclusive education. He oversees the transition to integrated status while maintaining academic excellence. With extensive experience in primary education, he champions student-centred learning and community engagement.
Questions
What age groups do you teach?
We educate children aged 4-11 across our Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2 programs.
Do you offer specialist music instruction?
Yes, we provide violin lessons for pupils aged 8-11 through our partnership with EA music tutors.
Is your school religiously affiliated?
We follow a Catholic ethos while welcoming families from all faiths and backgrounds as we transition to integrated status.
What environmental programs do you have?
Our Eco Club organises tree planting and conservation projects, including recent woodland work at Crommelin Woods.
How do you support student leadership?
We offer roles like playground buddies and council memberships to develop responsibility and decision-making skills.
What technology do you use?
ICT is integrated throughout our curriculum to enhance learning and teaching across all year groups.
