Welcome
Welcome to Derrychrin Primary School – a caring community focused on children and committed to their individual good. At Derrychrin PS we are very proud of our school which has been serving the Parish of Ballinderry since 1866. We are a very well resourced school with an excellent staff who are fully committed to enhancing the academic, emotional, social and spiritual needs of our pupils.
The pupils of Derrychrin PS are friendly, mannerly and very highly motivated to learn. We enjoy excellent support from our parents, Governors and various groups within our local community. Together we have ensured that our school has enjoyed many successful days and that our pupils continue to achieve at a very high standard.
Our website outlines what we stand for and what we can offer your child at Derrychrin Primary School. It provides you with information about our school and an insight into our policies and practices. Of course no website can convey the real atmosphere of a school and should you have any other questions or concerns please do not hesitate to visit the school and we would be delighted to show you and your child around.
Mission Statement
In Derrychrin PS, We endeavour to promote Catholic values to enable each individual to reach their potential in a secure, caring and respectful environment.
Thank you for taking the time to look through our website and We hope you enjoy browsing through our website finding out more about our wonderful school.
Mr. Ciaran McElroy
Principal
Best things about Derrychrin PS are...
Parent comments:
‘Derrychrin is an excellent school. We could not be happier with the delivery of the curriculum/ standard of Pastoral Care and overall ethos of the school. Our children have been blessed with an amazing school experience and we are confident that if problems or issues were to arise, that the best approach and attention would be given.’
‘My children love attending Derrychrin Primary School. We as parents are delighted with their academic and social progress; and the opportunities that have been afforded to them during this time. Credit is due to the excellent teaching and learning assistants for their caring and support throughout the year.’
‘The teachers and staff are doing a fantastic job. My children enjoy going to school and I know they are well cared for and safe. The school is an integral part of the community and has a real family feel. I know the staff really care about the pupils and treat them like their own children. Every child has the opportunity to succeed and can access a broad range of learning experiences. We are thankful for everything you do.’
‘Exceptional school and staff.’
‘Derrychrin Primary School is a fabulous school.’
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Pupil Absence Information
If a child is absent for any reason, parents/guardians should notifiy the school, explaining their absence by using the ‘Report Pupil Absence’ button below.
If your child tests positive for COVID or is displaying COVID symptoms, parents/guardians should inform the school immediately using our school email address info@derrychrin.cookstown.ni.sch.uk or contacting the school by telephone on 028 8673 7456
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Upcoming Events...
| Sunday, 3rd December 2023 |
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| ‘All God’s Children’ Family Mass (P4 pupils & families at 10am Sunday Mass) |
| Tuesday, 5th December 2023 |
| Cumann Na mBunscol Cross Country (8 P7 pupils to attend at St. Pat's Maghera) |
| Digital Musicians Club (P6-P7 3pm-4pm Week 2) |
| Wednesday, 6th December 2023 |
| Digital Creative Arts Workshop (P6 Pupils 9:15-10:45am) |
| Fit Futures -Block 2 (P6-P7 3pm-4pm Week 2) |
| Thursday, 7th December 2023 |
| Rainey GS Mini Olympics (P7 pupils to attend Mini Olympics) |
| Friday, 8th December 2023 |
| Christmas Dinner & Christmas Jumper Day (Pupils finish at 1pm) |
| Monday, 11th December 2023 |
| Christmas Show Dress Rehearsal |
| Tuesday, 12th December 2023 |
| Christmas Show -'Christmas Around the World' -P1 to P7 (School Hall: Matinee at 10am & Evening Show at 6:30pm) |
| Digital Musicians Club (P6-P7 3pm-4pm Week 3) |
| Wednesday, 13th December 2023 |
| Fit Futures -Block 2 (P6-P7 3pm-4pm Week 3) |
| Thursday, 14th December 2023 |
| Christmas Panto (P1-P4 Cinderella at Bardic Theatre) |
| Christmas Panto (P5-P7 Snow White at Grand Opera House) |
| Tuesday, 19th December 2023 |
| FitMinds Christmas Zumba (9:15-11:45am All pupils) |
| Digital Musicians Club (P6-P7 3pm-4pm Week 4) |
| Wednesday, 20th December 2023 |
| Singing Santa (9:30-10:45am All pupils) |
| Fit Futures -Block 2 (P6-P7 3pm-4pm Week 4) |
| Thursday, 21st December 2023 |
| Christingle Assembly (Mr McElroy & P5 pupils) |
| Friday, 22nd December 2023 |
| Christmas Holidays (School finishes at 11am) |
| Sunday, 7th January 2024 |
| ‘All God’s Children’ Family Mass (P4 pupils & families at 10am Sunday Mass) |
| Thursday, 1st February 2024 |
| Catholic Schools Week -Grandparents Day & St. Brigid's Day Assembly (10am in school hall -All Grandparents welcome to attend) |
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Derrychrin Primary School, 30 Drumenny Rd, Coagh, Cookstown BT80 0BX | Phone: 028 8673 7456
