Business Details
Welcome to Maghera Primary School
Maghera Primary School has been dedicated to nurturing young minds since its establishment. Our institution fosters a supportive learning environment where pupils develop academic excellence alongside essential life skills. With a team of experienced educators, we implement a comprehensive curriculum that encourages curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. Our commitment to holistic development ensures children grow in confidence through diverse extracurricular opportunities. The school maintains strong community partnerships to enhance educational experiences. We prioritise pupil well-being through robust safeguarding measures and positive relationship-building.Regular communication with families ensures transparency and collaboration in supporting student progress. Our facilities provide stimulating spaces for learning, both indoors and outdoors. The school actively promotes values of respect, responsibility, and resilience. Through continuous improvement initiatives, we maintain high educational standards while adapting to evolving needs. This dedication has earned us recognition as a trusted educational institution in Northern Ireland.
Services
School Enrolment
Breakfast Club
After School Clubs
Eco Council
School Council
Outdoor Learning
Educational Apps
Safeguarding Services
Parent Communication
Special Educational Needs
Highlights and features
- We provide experienced teaching staff with specialist educational expertise
- Our curriculum includes innovative outdoor learning opportunities
- We maintain strong safeguarding protocols for pupil protection
- The school offers diverse extracurricular activities for holistic development
- We foster strong home-school partnerships for educational success
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education programme delivers the Northern Ireland curriculum through engaging, child-centred learning. Qualified teachers create individualised learning plans that develop core academic skills while nurturing creativity and critical thinking. The programme prepares pupils for secondary education through structured progression and regular assessment.
Breakfast Club
The supervised breakfast club provides a safe, welcoming environment for pupils before school hours. Qualified staff offer nutritious breakfast options and structured activities that promote social skills and readiness for learning in a supportive setting.
After School Clubs
Our after-school programme features diverse clubs covering sports, arts, technology and academic enrichment. These activities extend learning beyond the classroom while developing teamwork, leadership and specialist skills in a fun, engaging environment.
Outdoor Learning
The outdoor learning initiative integrates curriculum subjects with hands-on natural environment experiences. Weekly 'Welly Wednesdays' develop environmental awareness, practical skills and physical development through structured outdoor educational activities.
Safeguarding Services
Our comprehensive safeguarding framework protects pupil welfare through trained staff, established protocols and multi-agency collaboration. Regular training ensures all staff maintain current child protection knowledge and responsive safeguarding practices.
People
Mrs L Mawhinney
Principal
Mrs Mawhinney leads Maghera Primary School with over 20 years' educational leadership experience. She champions innovative teaching methods while maintaining strong community connections to enhance pupil outcomes.
Mrs Graham
Teacher
Mrs Graham specialises in early years education, creating engaging learning environments for young pupils. Her expertise in child development supports effective transition into primary education.
Mrs Dawson
Teacher
Mrs Dawson teaches Primary 5, focusing on technology-integrated learning. She develops digital literacy skills through creative projects using educational apps and interactive resources.
Questions
How do I enrol my child at Maghera Primary School?
Contact our school office to request an enrolment pack. Complete the application form and return it with required documents. Attend a scheduled enrolment meeting with school staff.
What extracurricular activities are available?
We offer sports clubs, eco council, school choir, coding club, and arts programmes. Activities vary by term and pupil interest, with both lunchtime and after-school options.
Does the school provide before and after school care?
Yes, our breakfast club operates from 8:00-8:45am and after-school PAL Club runs until 5:30pm. Both provide supervised care with structured activities and meals.
How does the school support special educational needs?
Our SENCO develops individualised education plans with regular progress reviews. We provide specialist resources and staff training to support diverse learning needs across all year groups.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
We maintain strict safeguarding protocols including staff vetting, child protection training, and multi-agency collaboration. Concerns can be reported through our dedicated safeguarding team.
