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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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, 19th January 2025 |
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| Catholic Schools Week 2025 (19th-25th January) |
| Tuesday, 21st January 2025 |
| Tri-Golf After School Club (Week 3: P3-P7 *2:45pm-3:45pm*) |
| Wednesday, 22nd January 2025 |
| Basketball After School Club (Week 3: P3-P7 *2:45pm-3:45pm*) |
| Thursday, 23rd January 2025 |
| Gymnastics After School Club (Week 3: P3/P4 *2:45pm-3:45pm*) |
| Friday, 24th January 2025 |
| Primary Admissions Deadline (Applications to be submitted by 12noon) |
| Tuesday, 28th January 2025 |
| Tri-Golf After School Club (Week 4: P3-P7 *2:45pm-3:45pm*) |
| BRING YOUR GROWN UP - IZAK 9 (Week One 6pm-7:30pm for P5-P7 pupils & family members in school hall.) |
| Wednesday, 29th January 2025 |
| Basketball After School Club (Week 4: P3-P7 *2:45pm-3:45pm*) |
| Thursday, 30th January 2025 |
| Gymnastics After School Club (Week 4: P3/P4 *2:45pm-3:45pm*) |
| Friday, 31st January 2025 |
| St. Brigid's Cross Making (In school-family members welcome to assist with cross making.) |
| Sunday, 2nd February 2025 |
| 'All God's Children' Family Mass (P4 children in preparation for First Communion ) |
| Monday, 3rd February 2025 |
| Derrychrin PS -Catholic Schools Week (Mon 3rd-Fri 7th Feb) |
| Children's Mental Health Week (Mon 3rd-Fri 7th Feb) |
| Tuesday, 4th February 2025 |
| Grandparents' Day (In school hall at 10am) |
| Tri-Golf After School Club (Week 5: P3-P7 *2:45pm-3:45pm*) |
| BRING YOUR GROWN UP - IZAK 9 (Week Two 6pm-7:30pm for P5-P7 pupils & family members in school hall.) |
| Wednesday, 5th February 2025 |
| Basketball After School Club (Week 5: P3-P7 *2:45pm-3:45pm*) |
| Thursday, 6th February 2025 |
| Gymnastics After School Club (Week 5: P3/P4 *2:45pm-3:45pm*) |
| Friday, 7th February 2025 |
| Ballinderry Bridge Credit Union Quiz (In Ballylifford PS at 10am-P7 pupils only) |
| Monday, 10th February 2025 |
| Staff Development Day (School closed for all pupils) |
| Tuesday, 11th February 2025 |
| Mid-term Break (School closed for all pupils) |
| Wednesday, 12th February 2025 |
| Mid-term Break (School closed for all pupils) |
| Thursday, 13th February 2025 |
| Mid-term Break (School closed for all pupils) |
| Friday, 14th February 2025 |
| Mid-term Break (School closed for all pupils) |
| Tuesday, 18th February 2025 |
| BRING YOUR GROWN UP - IZAK 9 (Week Three 6pm-7:30pm for P5-P7 pupils & family members in school hall.) |
| Tuesday, 25th February 2025 |
| BRING YOUR GROWN UP - IZAK 9 (Week Four 6pm-7:30pm for P5-P7 pupils & family members in school hall.) |
| Friday, 7th March 2025 |
| Travelling Book Fair (Fri 7th-Fri14th March) |
| Sunday, 9th March 2025 |
| 'All God's Children' Family Mass (P4 children in preparation for First Communion ) |
| Monday, 10th March 2025 |
| Travelling Book Fair (Fri 7th-Fri14th March) |
| Tuesday, 11th March 2025 |
| Travelling Book Fair (Fri 7th-Fri14th March) |
| Ceremony of Light & Commitment (P7 pupils & parents-10am Mass in St. Patrick's Ballinderry) |
| Wednesday, 12th March 2025 |
| Travelling Book Fair (Fri 7th-Fri14th March) |
| Confirmation Retreat with Síolta (Ballinderry Community Hub 9:30am-2:00pm) |
| Thursday, 13th March 2025 |
| Travelling Book Fair (Fri 7th-Fri14th March) |
| Friday, 14th March 2025 |
| Travelling Book Fair (Fri 7th-Fri14th March) |
| St. Patrick's Day/Green Day celebrations (In school (Pupils and staff)) |
| Monday, 17th March 2025 |
| St. Patrick's Day (School closed for all pupils) |
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