St Mary's Primary School

Cead Mile Failte Romhat to St. Mary's Primary School, a happy and successful learning environment nestled on the outskirts of Fivemiletown in County Tyrone. Our close proximity to St. Mary's Church, Fivemiletown Youth Annex, and other public facilities facilitates excellent links between our school, parish, and community.

At St. Mary's, we are committed to creating a family-centred and hard-working atmosphere where each child is given the opportunity to develop their strengths and talents, achieving their personal best. We are proud to state that "OUR success is doing OUR best!" and we strive to ensure that this ethos is reflected in everything we do. Our children are at the heart of our school, and we work collaboratively to promote the best possible education for every child. We invite you to explore our website, share in our experiences and achievements, and feel free to contact us for any further information.

Our Vision and Values

As a Catholic school, St. Mary's Primary School aims to provide all its pupils with the best education possible in a happy and caring environment, where every child can feel secure, valued, and respected as an individual. Our school is committed to celebrating the talents and gifts of everyone in the school community, promoting a strong community spirit with parents recognising their vital role in their child's education.

We aim for effective communication between children, staff, parents and governors, and this provides a sound basis for working and learning together. We seek high standards of educational achievement from our children and high standards of professionalism from our staff. The children should be interested in their activities and be well-motivated, due to effective teacher planning and delivery. At St. Mary's, we promote positive behaviour which enables children to have respect for themselves and others and to act responsibly with an awareness of boundaries.

Our History and Facilities

St. Mary's Primary School has been proudly serving the children of Fivemiletown since its opening in January 1969. Our school may be small, but it has a big heart and provides a broad and balanced curriculum for our pupils. We boast the latest in technology, with interactive boards and other resources that enhance teaching and learning. Our school is an attractive, welcoming, and clean environment, with children actively involved in maintaining and improving our school, developing a respect for their own and others' property.

The Curriculum and Beyond

At St. Mary's Primary School, we are dedicated to providing a rich and diverse curriculum that caters to the individual needs of our pupils. Our dedicated teaching staff work tirelessly to ensure that our children receive high-quality education in core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, as well as in subjects such as Art, Music, Physical Education, and Religious Education.

In addition to our curriculum, we offer a range of extra-curricular activities that cater to the diverse interests of our pupils. These include sports clubs, arts and crafts, music and drama, and various other activities designed to enrich the educational experience of our pupils.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

At St. Mary's Primary School, we take our responsibility to safeguard and protect our pupils very seriously. We have robust policies and procedures in place to ensure that our pupils are safe and secure in our care. Our staff are trained in child protection and safeguarding, and we work closely with relevant authorities to ensure that our pupils are protected from harm.

Conclusion

In conclusion, St. Mary's Primary School Fivemiletown is a happy, family-centred, and hard-working school that is committed to providing the best possible education for every child. We are proud of our history, our facilities, and our commitment to providing a rich and diverse curriculum that caters to the individual needs of our pupils.

We invite you to explore our website, learn more about our school, and contact us for any further information. We look forward to welcoming you to our school community.