Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Principal’s Award

  Fri 15 Nov 2024

  Darragh P5

  Darragh has applied himself very well to all his subjects this academic year and has proven himself to be a great ‘all-rounder’. He has worked very hard in his Numeracy and shown full understanding of the new class topic (fractions). 

  Darragh has contributed excellent ideas to both the creative writing task this week and has also produced solid Literacy work. 

  He has shown a keen interest in the new WAU topic of Space and has demonstrated a keen motivation to learn in all the different aspects of this.

  Darragh has taken to his part in the Christmas play practices extremely well and shown superb commitment to learning his lines and reading with expression. 

  Within the day-to-day routines of class he has displayed exemplary behaviour – he is a real credit to the school. Keep up all the great traits, Darragh!

  

• Motorbiking Success

  Fri 15 Nov 2024

  P6 pupil Casey finished his season off in style as he achieved his maiden track success with a superb win at Bishopscourt.

  After coming 2nd in the practice race, he then qualified in 1st, achieving pole position for both races. In Race 1 he got off to a poor start and ended up in 4th going into the first corner. He soon fought his way back to 1st but then his bike faltered and he had to retire from the contest.

  After some fine tuning in the pit lane from his grandad he lined up for Race 2. For most of the race Casey was in 2nd place however there was drama at the last corner on the last lap as he overtook 1st place and got into the lead. Casey finished magnificently and fist pumped the air as he crossed the line in 1st place to take his first ever win. He also recorded the fastest lap for both races.

  The whole school are very proud of your achievements. Well done Casey!

  

• East Down Schools’ Soccer League

  Fri 15 Nov 2024

  Sacred Heart P.S. travelled to the magnificent indoor 3G arena in Saintfield today to take part in the 1st Round of the East Down Schools’ Soccer League.

  The team equipped themselves fantastically well and enjoyed competitive games against Braniel P.S., Carryduff P.S. and Academy P.S.

  Well done to the panel of Casey, Elliot, Darragh, Niamh, Padraig, Oisin, Charlie and Ruadhán for their sterling efforts throughout!

  

• People Who Help Us

  Wed 13 Nov 2024

  As part of their new World Around Us topic, People Who Help Us, P1 learned all about individuals who assist them in school. 

  First, they went to the kitchen and got a behind-the-scenes tour. The children asked Betty and Nuala lots of questions about being a cook, caretaker, and classroom assistant. 

  Carmel, our school secretary, then came down and told the children all about her role and job in the school. Finally, the children made lovely thank-you cards.

  

• Children in Need

  Wed 13 Nov 2024

  As part of our annual drive for Children in Need, the Student Council have once again come up with a fundraising venture. Guess the name of the bear and guess how many sweets there are in the jar are the two initiatives. 50p per guess or £1 for two guesses. This will be set up before and after school so children can get the opportunity to partake.

  #childreninneed2024

  

• Child Protection/Safeguarding Notice Board

  Mon 11 Nov 2024

  The school have created a new Child Protection/Safeguarding notice board. The information provided gives our children visual reminders of who they can talk to in school as well as guidelines on keeping safe in and out of school.

  The board is interactive in that it has a thematic element every half term. In Term 1.1 pupils provided work that was related to Pantosaurus and this was then showcased on the notice board serving to embed the message further among the school population.

  Our Designated Teacher for CP/Safeguarding within school is Mr Doyle. The Deputy Designated Teacher is Mr Fitzsimons. Mr Doyle leads this area within Sacred Heart P.S. and along with Mr Fitzsimons they form the CP/Safeguarding Team. It is important too that parents are aware of these roles and who they can approach with related matters.

  

• Fire Service Visit

  Sat 09 Nov 2024

  The P5 class welcomed two representatives from the Newcastle unit of the Fire Service to school yesterday. The officers gave the boys and girls a talk on fire safety around the home and provided tips on the usage of smoke detectors. Everyone got to see some of the equipment used by the firemen and an opportunity to try on a full protective suit!

  

• Pantry Foodbank

  Fri 08 Nov 2024

  After the success of our endeavours in 2022 and 2023, Sacred Heart P.S. will be once again running our annual Pantry Foodbank Appeal for Christmas 2024.

  Donations can be left to the school from Monday 11th November to Friday 22nd November inclusive. There will be a box located at the main school entrance from Monday that donated items can be put into all through the week. We do not want families going to any huge expense over this initiative. We are just grateful that you can donate what you can for this great cause. Only one item from the list is needed from each pupil in each class. If people want to bring extra in that is ok.

  Thank you.

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  P1

  Packets

  Packets of rice, packets of noodles, mug shots, pasta, cup of soup, instant mash, cous cous, instant custard, etc.

  P2

  Drinks

  Cartons of juice, small or large, squash, cordial, fizzy tins or bottles, water, hot chocolate, tea bags (small packet), (small) jar of coffee, etc.

  P3

  Sauces

  Cooking sauces such as curry, gravy, sweet and sour jars or packets, pasta sauces such as bolognese and lasagne, red or brown sauce, mayonnaise, salad cream, jams and spreads.

  P4

  Cereals and Biscuits

  Biscuits such as Rich Tea, short bread, etc, crackers, bread sticks, cereals, crisps, popcorn, and sweets.

  P5

  Tins

  Tinned soups, tinned beans, spaghetti, tinned tomatoes, tinned vegetables, such as peas or carrots, etc, tinned meat, such as ham or corn beef, tinned meals such as pies, tinned fish or tinned fruit.

  P6 and P7

  Toiletries

  Toothpaste, mouthwash, soaps, shampoos or conditioners, shower gels, body sprays and deodorants for both men and women, toilet rolls and shaving foam etc.

  

• Principal’s Award

  Fri 08 Nov 2024

  Ruadhán P6

  This pupil has shown incredible growth and dedication to his work. His commitment to improving the quality of his classwork is truly impressive, evident in the thoughtful presentation and attention to detail he brings to every task.

  In each lesson, Ruadhán's enthusiasm shines brightly. He is always ready to participate, raising his hand not only to answer questions but also to ask thoughtful ones that help deepen his understanding of the subject. His inquisitive nature and active involvement are an inspiration to his classmates.

  Ruadhán is also known for his kindness and respect towards all staff members and pupils, embodying the values of our school community through his polite and positive attitude. His dedication to sporting endeavours and After School Club activities also marks out his achievement in these areas.

  Well done!

  

• Pupil of the Week

  Fri 08 Nov 2024

  Our first week back after Halloween half-term saw everyone assimilate brilliantly back into school life. The lead up to Christmas is always an exciting time in Sacred Heart P.S. and as such today, we awarded those that embodied that spirt with Pupil of the Week certificates.

  Well done to Leah from Miss Byrne’s class, Dylan and Amelia from Mr McCartan’s class, Shea and Harry from Mr Doyle’s class, Isla from Miss Mack’s class and Méabh from Miss Crozier’s class!