St. Brendan's Primary School and Nursery

Our P2/1 class has made a fantastic start to the school year, and we are delighted with how confidently the children have settled in. For our new Primary 1 pupils, these first weeks mark the beginning of an exciting journey, and they have approached school life with curiosity, enthusiasm and plenty of smiles. Our Primary 2s have been a wonderful support during this transition, helping their younger classmates feel welcome and settled as they adjust to their new environment.

We have spent time helping all children become familiar with the classroom, daily routines and shared learning spaces. The children are learning where things belong, understanding expectations and beginning to form new friendships, all of which contribute to a calm, positive and welcoming atmosphere.

Each morning, the class arrives eager and ready to learn, bringing a sense of excitement and energy to the room. It has been lovely to watch both year groups grow in confidence as they settle into life in P2/1.

Play‑based learning has been central to our start to the term. The Primary 1s have enjoyed exploring familiar activities from their nursery days, helping them feel secure as they adjust to school routines. The whole class has embraced opportunities to engage with songs, stories and imaginative activities that build language, creativity and confidence.

In PE, the children have taken part in lively games that promote coordination, teamwork and movement skills. They have enjoyed learning new routines and trying out new challenges in a supportive environment.

We are thrilled with the wonderful start our P2/1 class has made and look forward to all the learning, discoveries and achievements ahead this term. 🌟

Our Primary 1 children have made a wonderful start to their school journey and we are so proud of how well they have settled into life at school. Starting Primary 1 is a big milestone, and the children have embraced this exciting new chapter with enthusiasm, confidence and plenty of smiles.

Over the past few weeks, we have been focusing on helping the children become familiar with their new classroom, routines and learning environments. They have quickly adapted to daily school life and are becoming increasingly independent as they learn where things belong, follow classroom expectations and build new friendships.

The children arrive each day looking smart and ready to learn, and their positive attitudes have helped create a happy and welcoming atmosphere within our classroom. It has been lovely to see their growing confidence as they settle into their new roles as Primary 1 pupils.

Learning through play has been at the heart of our first few weeks together. The children have been exploring a range of familiar learning experiences from their nursery days, allowing them to feel comfortable and confident as they transition into school. They have particularly enjoyed engaging with nursery rhymes through play, singing favourite songs, sharing stories and taking part in activities that develop their language, imagination and creativity.

In PE, the children have enthusiastically participated in games and activities designed to build confidence, coordination and teamwork. They have enjoyed learning new routines while developing important movement skills in a fun and supportive environment.

It has been wonderful to watch the children explore, investigate and learn through play across different areas of the classroom. Their curiosity, excitement and willingness to try new things have shone through each day.

We are delighted with the fantastic start our Primary 1 pupils have made and look forward to all the exciting learning experiences and achievements that lie ahead this term. Well done, Primary 1! 🌟
 

As we begin a new school year, we would like to extend a very warm welcome back to all our pupils, families and staff. We hope everyone has enjoyed a restful and enjoyable summer break and has had the opportunity to spend time with family and friends.

The start of a new session is always an exciting time. It brings fresh opportunities for learning, new experiences, and the chance to build on the successes of last year. We are delighted to see our school community together again and look forward to the many achievements and memorable moments that lie ahead.

We would especially like to welcome the newest members of our school family – our 31 new Primary 1 children, Mrs Bell P3/2, Miss McFegan P4 and Mrs Burnett our new Learning assistant. Whether you are joining us for the first time as a pupil, parent, carer or member of staff, we hope you quickly feel part of our warm, caring and inclusive community.

Throughout the year, our focus will continue to be on providing high-quality learning experiences, supporting wellbeing, and helping every child reach their full potential. We are committed to working in partnership with families, as we know that strong relationships between home and school make a real difference to children’s success and happiness.

There are many exciting events, and opportunities planned for the coming months. We encourage everyone to get involved, celebrate achievements, and make the most of all that school life has to offer. Please keep a close eye on Parents Portal for updates of forthcoming events and other important information.

Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to working together and making this a positive, successful and enjoyable year for all.

Here’s to a fantastic year ahead!

The St. Brendan’s Team