Last Updated on Tuesday, 13 April 2010 12:01

Last Friday saw our boys and girls Cross Country team visit Delamont Country Park for the annual SEELB Primary Cross Country Competition.  It was a wet and windy day as the children set off but the poor weather didn't dampen their spirits. 

As the children lined up at the starting line it was clear that the competition was fierce, with teams from schools all over the area. Our boys and girls put everything they had into the event and when the final positions were collected and teams scores calculated there were great celebrations from our girls' team as they qualified for the South East Regional Finals for the first time.

Well done to both of our teams and good luck to the girls as they proceed on to the finals.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 24 March 2010 17:40

The Annual School Technology Challenge took place last Friday, 19th March in the school hall.  Teams made up of P5, P6 and P7 pupils battled it out to design and construct an object for carrying a water bottle using only paper, cardboard and cellotape. Many very creative inventions were made and the hall was a hive of activity as the teams worked together to come up with a unique design.

The competition was very close and the staff  had great difficulty in deciding who would be the winner.  After much deliberation Jessica Manley, Caitlin Stewart and Hayley Magowan where chosen to represent our school in the SEELB Technology Challenge.

This competition took place yesterday with primary schools from all over the Downpatrick area involved.  Their task was to design a working windmill that could swivel if the wind direction changed.  Only the set materials could be used and a strict time limit was applied.  Our team worked tirelessly and produced a fantastic windwill that met all of the criteria, gaining full marks for their construction.  Unfortunately, two other teams produced slightly more detailed plans which menat that we were placed a very credible third.

Well done to the three girls who represented our school and congratulations on achieving third place.

Thanks are extended to Miss Johnson, who coordinated the school event.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 24 March 2010 17:12

Congratulations to the Parents Support Group for the very successful Bingo Night that they ran on 19th March in the Parish Centre.

Young and old thoroughly enjoyed the occasion as the packed hall waited with anticipation on the numbers being called out.  You could have heard a pin drop during the last game which was for the £100 jackpot.  Well done to all of the winners

Thanks are extended to everyone who donated prizes for the raffle, to our bingo caller, helpers and members of the Parent Support Group.  The great support from parents, children and the local community enabled £500 to be raised on the night.

Last Updated on Friday, 19 March 2010 13:30

Trocaire 2010

It is wonderful to see the efforts that children are making to raise money for Trocaire's Lenten Appeal.  The playground is a hive of industry with raffles, guess the name of the cuddly toy, guess how many in the jar, bun and cake sales and even a stall for buying fruit.  The Trocaire jar is steadily rising and children look with interest each day to see how much has been added. 

It is very evident that everyone wants to help others who are less well off than themselves and the caring attitude that the children show is a credit to them.  Thanks are extended to all of those parents who are supporting their child in the fundraising. Without your help our Lenten Appeal would not be the success that it is.

The Jumble Sale for Trocaire is one of the major events of the school year and from Monday, 22nd March 2010 children may bring in items which they feel they no longer need but might be wanted by others.  Whilst all donations are welcome please make sure that the everything is safe, in good condition and in full working order.

The Jumble Sale will take place on 31st March 2010.