Building a Brighter Future for Every Child
Woodburn Primary School is a Rights Respecting School, having been awarded Unicef's RRSA Level 2, where the articles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child guide and lead both policy and practice. The welfare and education of our children are paramount, and we aim to provide a warm and welcoming environment where children feel safe and nurtured, enabling them to gain the most benefit from their primary school years while preparing them for the next levels of education and beyond.
Located on the North-West edge of Carrickfergus, on the Upper Woodburn Road and junction with the Knockagh Road, Woodburn Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive community of learners. With seven classes, one class per year group, we strive to maintain a "family" ethos where all children are known and cared for by all members of staff. Our dedicated and hardworking teachers and classroom assistants deliver the Northern Ireland Curriculum, equipping children with the knowledge and skills necessary for their education and personal development as community and global citizens.
Our Services
At Woodburn Primary School, we are committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum to all our pupils, including the use of current technology, which meets the statutory requirements in preparation for future life. We also aim to foster children's self-esteem and help them build positive relationships and attitudes towards other people within their community.
Our Curriculum is designed to promote a happy, safe, and stimulating environment where children can develop into confident, resourceful, enquiring, and independent learners. We encourage all our pupils to fulfil their potential by maximising each individual's talents and capabilities.
Our Staff
Our dedicated and experienced staff team includes:
- Principal: Mrs. A. Rea
- Year 1 Teacher: Mrs. C. Kerr
- Year 2 Teacher: Mrs. H. Scott and Mrs. R. Johnston
- Year 3 Teachers: Mrs. S. Moffett and Mrs. H. Scott
- Year 4 Teacher: Mrs. F. Peoples
- Year 5 Teacher: Mr. R. Stockman
Our Activities
We offer a range of activities and clubs that cater to the diverse interests and talents of our pupils, including breakfast clubs, a school council, and an eco-team that promotes recycling and energy-saving initiatives.
Our Admissions
We welcome applications from parents wishing to enroll their children in our school. Our admission policies and procedures are designed to ensure a smooth transition for all new pupils and their families.
Overall Impression
The preschool has received mixed reviews, with one reviewer giving 4 stars and another giving 5 stars.
Facilities and Structure
The preschool's facilities and structure have been described as "decently structured" by one reviewer, although they felt that more support rooms were needed.
Staff
The staff have been praised by both reviewers, with one describing them as "good" and the other as "fantastic". They are said to work well with the children, offering one-to-one support and being approachable and helpful when it comes to addressing any problems.
Children's Experience
Both reviewers have reported that their children have had a positive experience at the preschool, with one saying that their children "loved it" and the other mentioning that the kids at the preschool were "good".
