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about 2 hours ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Chess Success! We are delighted to continue our successful partnership with Downpatrick Chess Club, whose volunteers visit classrooms each week to help pupils develop their chess skills, strategic thinking and understanding of the game. These sessions are complemented by our popular Friday Chess Club, where pupils have the opportunity to put their learning into practice through friendly competition, building confidence, resilience and sportsmanship along the way. At St Colmcille's PS, we actively promote chess because it develops many of the skills that help children succeed both in and beyond the classroom. Chess encourages pupils to think critically, solve problems, plan ahead, consider different perspectives and make informed decisions. It strengthens concentration, perseverance and self-discipline, while also supporting numeracy through pattern recognition, sequencing and logical reasoning. Most importantly, chess provides an inclusive activity where every child can experience success, challenge themselves and develop a lifelong love of learning. A huge thank you to everyone at Downpatrick Chess Club for their ongoing support, enthusiasm and commitment to our pupils. We greatly value this partnership and look forward to many more exciting games and opportunities in the months ahead! #ChessSuccess #DownpatrickChessClub #ThinkingSkills #ProblemSolving #Numeracy #LifelongLearning #StColmcillesPS #PartnershipInEducation
about 4 hours ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Happy National Classroom Assistant Day! Today, we would like to recognise and thank our fantastic 70+ Classroom Assistants for the invaluable contribution they make to school life each and every day. From supporting learning in the classroom to encouraging, nurturing and helping pupils achieve their best, their dedication, patience and positivity make a real difference to our children and staff alike. We are incredibly grateful for all they do and are proud to have such a committed team as part of our school community. Thank you for everything you do! We hope you have a wonderful National Classroom Assistant Day!
about 6 hours ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
Flashback Friday at St. Colmcille's PS! Every Friday, we rewind the clock and share fantastic moments from St. Colmcille's through the years. Have a school photo or a memory that brings a smile? We'd love you to join in! Tag family and friends who shared those days, and if you have photos to contribute, send them straight to our Facebook Page. Let's celebrate the fun, the friendships, and the unforgettable moments that make St. Colmcille's so special #FlashbackFriday #StColmcillesPS #SchoolMemories
about 1 day ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
about 5 days ago St. Colmcille's Primary School, Downpatrick said
MCAS | Have you activated your account? We're delighted that most of our parents and carers have now activated their MyChildAtSchool (MCAS) account! If you haven't yet set yours up, please do so as soon as possible. MCAS will be used to share important messages and updates from school, so activating your account will help ensure you don't miss anything. Check your original activation email and get connected today! Find information and user guides at: stcolmcillesps.co.uk/mcas
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