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about 1 hour ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Flashback Friday at St. Colmcille's PS Each Friday, we rewind the years and share snapshots from throughout our school's history. Do you have a special memory or an old school photo tucked away? We'd love for you to get involved! Tag family and friends who shared those moments with you, and if you have photos you'd like to contribute, please send them to our Facebook Page. Let's look back and celebrate the wonderful story of St. Colmcille's together #FlashbackFriday #StColmcillesPS #SchoolMemories
about 4 hours ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Eco Committee Community Clean Up Our Eco Committee had a wonderful time working alongside the Downpatrick Scout Group to carry out a litter pick in our local area. The children worked together to collect litter around the school and nearby streets, helping to keep our community clean and tidy. They showed great teamwork, enthusiasm, and care for the environment. Thank you to the Downpatrick Scout Group for joining us and supporting this important activity. Well done to all the children for doing their part to look after our planet.
about 7 hours ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Weekly Award Winners Congratulations to our winners of the Pupil of the Week Award, they have impressed their teachers all week with their hard work in class and excellent behaviour! Well done to our Rights Respecting Pupils of the Week. These pupils have shown respect for the rights of their friends throughout the week. Well done to our Chess Champions! Congratulations to our magnificent musicians of the week, our music tutors were very impressed with their efforts! Congratulations to our Duty Bearer this week, the wonderful Mrs Rooney.
about 12 hours ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Exciting Opportunities from BASE! BASE – Brothers Autism Social Enterprise – is offering two fantastic Social-Arts Friendship Programmes in Belfast and Downpatrick, designed to support autistic and neurodivergent young people and adults through creativity, connection and community. Spectrum Sphere Start your Journey: a Place to Begin A FREE 10week programme for autistic and neurodivergent young people aged 16–24. Participants can expect 2hour weekly sessions in a structured, sensory-aware, welcoming environment. What's included: Creative arts activities Social skills and communication development Confidence-building Games, collaborative projects and authentic connection A safe space to belong and grow Spectrum Creations Continue your Journey: a Place to Belong A 10week personal development and social programme for autistic and neurodivergent adults aged 18–35. Sessions run 3 hours per week and can be repeated while within the age range. Programme benefits: Explore autism & neurodivergence Build confidence and resilience Strengthen communication skills Develop real-world opportunities Make long-term friendships Become part of the wider BASE community Progression routes including accredited training and leadership development Both programmes offer supportive, creative spaces where participants can thrive, make meaningful connections and build life skills this is more than a programme... it's a community. For more details or to get involved, visit: www.brothersautism.co
about 12 hours ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Free Workshops for Parents & Caregivers! The Changing Lives Initiative: Flourish & Thrive is hosting two practical and supportive sessions this March at The Warehouse, Newtownards designed to help you better understand and support children's sensory needs, attention, and memory. Sensory SOS! – Practical Strategies for Kids Who Feel Everything Does your child struggle with loud noises, itchy clothes, or strong smells? This friendly and informative workshop will help you understand why sensory sensitivities happen and how they can affect daily life plus practical ways you can support your child. 18th March 2026 10:00AM – 11:00AM The Warehouse, South Street, Newtownards Attention HQ – Helping Kids Tune In and Stay On Track If your child finds it hard to concentrate, follow instructions, or stay organised, this workshop explores how attention and memory work and shares simple strategies you can use at home and school to help them thrive. 25th March 2026 10:00AM – 11:00AM The Warehouse, South Street, Newtownards
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