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St Joseph's Primary School and Nursery Unit, Bessbrook, Newry

Ministerial Visit

                                                                               Friday 13th December 

Dear parents,                                                            

I have been sitting on some very good news for some time. As part of Department of Education’s bidding process for SEN transformation money, Dr Janis Scallon, (Director for Inclusion Dept of Education,) invited the Head of the Northern Ireland Civil Service (HNICS, Mrs Jayne Brady, MBE) to visit some schools to see how support is provided for children with SEN. Dr Janis Scallon brought Mrs Jayne Brady MBE, (HNICS,) to a selection of primary, post primary and Special School settings to let her experience the full continuum of provision in this locality. The letter I have attached in the 'Latest News,' section below is a note of thanks from Mrs. Jayne Brady, MBE, which I extend to the pupils, staff, parents and Governors of St. Joseph’s P.S. Bessbrook.

Can I also thank the continued support we receive from the team at CCMS, Mary Rose Scullin SEN Link Officer (Armagh) Statutory Assessment and Review Service Children & Young People’s Service, the Specialist Setting Support Team, the Education Authority School Improvement Professional Primary School Development Service and our District Inspector Dr. Catherine Thompson ETI, to name but a few. Your support and advice continues to be an invaluable resource which guides us and ensures that our children’s needs are continually met.

Congratulations to the pupils, parents and staff of St. Joseph’s P.S. Bessbrook, both past and present, for their unwavering commitment to the community of Bessbrook.

Regards,

Mr. Michael Doran

Principal

St. Joseph’s P.S. Bessbrook                                                                                                                          

                                                                                                                      

 

Latest News

28th Mar 2025
A huge congratulations to all our P.4 pupils and the pupils of Bessbrook Primary...
 
 
 
 
27th Mar 2025
Last week, Mrs Marks and the nursery staff welcomed the parents from our nursery...
 
 
 
 
14th Mar 2025
The P.4 - P.7 boys and girls joined Miss Smith this morning for bingo as part of...
 
 
 
 
 

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St Brigid’s Day
 
Welcome to Primary 1
 
Nursery Unit Christmas Stories and Songs.
 
Primary 5 Prayers, Poetry and Songs
 
Primary 2 Christmas Poetry and Songs
 
Red Riding Hood Primary 7
 
Whoops A Daisy Angel Primary 1
 
Primary 3 Christmas Poetry and Songs
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Maths Week 2024

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This Wednesday, 9 April, the outcome of Pre-School (Stage 1) and Primary 1 applications for September 2025 admissions will be issued. Applicants who applied via EA Connect will receive an email on Wednesday. If you do not receive an email, please check your junk folder. If you did not apply via EA Connect a letter will be sent to your home address. For children yet to secure a Pre-school or P1 place, you will receive a letter or email from the Education Authority. Please note, pre-school applicants of underage children and late deferrals will receive their outcome on 10 June 2025. Children with a Statement of Special Educational Needs awaiting placement will be updated by their SEN link officer or school/setting when a placement has been secured. This process may take a little longer in order to find the best placement for your child’s needs. For further information, visit: https://www.eani.org.uk/parents/admissions #EAadmissions
Today marks World Autism Awareness Day! Our classes celebrated it with crafts and treats. Our children, school and community make us proud every day. ‘What colour is Autism Day? The colour blue, associated with calmness and acceptance, is the primary colour designated for autism. Its popularity also stemmed from the worldwide Autism Speaks initiative, Light It Up Blue. On April 2nd, you'll see a plethora of blue, as this campaign calls for people to wear blue in support of autism awareness.’

Upcoming Events...

Thursday, 10th April 2025
P7 Confirmation
Saturday, 31st May 2025
First Holy Communion (11:00am)