Business Details
Greenwood Primary School Belfast
At Greenwood Primary School, we believe that nurturing care and education are inseparable. Our mission focuses on creating successful learners within a stimulating environment where every child's needs are prioritised. We are committed to delivering quality education that transcends academic achievement, fostering character development, personal conduct standards, and essential life skills. Our dedicated team ensures inclusivity regardless of background or ability, preparing children for active, varied lives. With a strong emphasis on resilience and holistic growth, we collaborate closely with families to support smooth transitions into nursery and beyond.Our partnership with the Nerve network enhances our educational provision, while our safeguarding policies ensure child protection remains paramount. Through structured programmes like Smartie The Penguin and High Five Toasty, we blend learning with creativity. Our facilities include after-school childcare, and we maintain transparent communication through regular updates and parent-teacher associations. As a community-focused institution, we celebrate diversity and strive to make every child's educational journey both enriching and joyful.
Services
Primary School Education
Nursery Programmes
After School Childcare
Enrolment Services
Parental Support
Safeguarding Training
Resilience Development
Community Partnerships
Highlights and features
- We prioritise each child's individual educational needs
- We focus on holistic development including character and conduct
- Our Nerve partnership enhances educational provision
- We maintain rigorous safeguarding and child protection policies
- We offer structured programmes combining learning with creativity
Services
Primary School Education
We deliver comprehensive primary education for children aged 4-11, following the Northern Ireland curriculum. Our experienced teachers create stimulating learning environments that foster academic achievement and personal development. Through differentiated instruction and inclusive practices, we cater to diverse learning needs while maintaining high standards of literacy, numeracy, and cross-curricular skills.
Nursery Programmes
Our nursery provision supports children aged 3-4 through play-based learning that develops foundational skills. Qualified staff implement structured activities promoting social interaction, communication, and early literacy/numeracy. We facilitate smooth transitions to primary education through familiarisation visits and parent engagement programmes that build confidence for new learners.
After School Childcare
We provide supervised after-school care offering homework support, recreational activities, and structured play. This service extends learning beyond regular hours while ensuring child safety and wellbeing. Our staff create balanced programmes that combine academic reinforcement with physical and creative development in a secure environment.
People
Lindy Forster
Nursery Teacher
Lindy Forster leads our nursery provision with extensive early years experience. She specialises in child development and transition programmes, ensuring smooth entry for new pupils through structured induction processes and family engagement initiatives.
Mrs Bonner
Nursery Staff
Mrs Bonner delivers high-quality early education in our nursery unit. She creates engaging learning environments that promote foundational skills through play-based activities aligned with early years curriculum requirements.
Miss Killough
Nursery Staff
Miss Killough supports nursery education with expertise in child-centred learning. She implements creative teaching methods that develop social skills and academic readiness while maintaining nurturing classroom environments for young learners.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide education for children aged 3-11, including nursery provision for 3-4 year olds and primary education for Key Stages 1 and 2.
How do you support school readiness?
Our nursery induction programme includes familiarisation visits, parent meetings, and structured transition activities to prepare children for their educational journey.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
We maintain rigorous child protection policies with trained staff, secure premises, and established procedures for safeguarding children's welfare at all times.
Do you offer after-school care?
Yes, we provide supervised after-school childcare with homework support and recreational activities until 17:30 on school days.
