Our Lady's & St Mochua's Primary School

Welcome to Our Lady's & St Mochua's Primary School, a vibrant and nurturing learning community nestled in the heart of Derrynoose. Since our inception in 2003, we have been dedicated to providing high-quality education that enables each child to reach their full potential. Our success has been recognised through two highly successful school inspections in 2008 and 2015, as well as our prestigious designation as a Changemaker School in 2014.

As a Changemaker School, we are part of a network of innovative schools in Ireland, recognised for our commitment to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and social responsibility. We believe that every child has the potential to make a positive change in the world, and we strive to provide an education that equips them with the skills, knowledge, and values they need to do so.

Our Services

At Our Lady's & St Mochua's Primary School, we offer a broad and balanced curriculum that is designed to meet the needs of all our pupils. Our dedicated team of teachers work hard to create engaging and stimulating lessons that challenge and inspire our pupils to achieve their best.

In addition to our core curriculum, we offer a range of special projects and programmes that are designed to enrich and extend our pupils' learning. These include Roots of Empathy, Young Enterprise and Entrepreneurship, Safer Schools NI App, and many more.

We are also committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and physical activity, and we offer a wide range of sports clubs and activities for our pupils to participate in.

Our Staff

We have a dedicated and experienced team of teachers and support staff who are committed to the well-being and success of our pupils. Our staff work closely with parents and the wider community to ensure that our pupils receive a holistic education that prepares them for the challenges of the modern world.

Curriculum and Prospectus

Our curriculum is designed to meet the needs and interests of all our pupils, and we offer a wide range of subjects and activities to ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive. Our prospectus provides detailed information about our curriculum, our school policies, and our approach to teaching and learning.

Safeguarding and Special Educational Needs

At Our Lady's & St Mochua's Primary School, we are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all our pupils. We have robust safeguarding policies and procedures in place, and we provide regular training and support for our staff to ensure that they are up-to-date with best practices.

We also recognise that some of our pupils have additional educational needs, and we have a dedicated team of specialists who work closely with our teachers and support staff to ensure that these needs are met.

School Holidays and Special Dates 2023-24

We have a clear and transparent calendar of school holidays and special dates, which is published on our website and is shared with parents and pupils at the beginning of each school year. This helps to ensure that everyone is aware of when the school is closed and when special events are taking place.

Dinner Menu

We provide a healthy and nutritious dinner menu for our pupils, which has been designed to meet their dietary needs and requirements. The menu is varied and changes on a regular basis, and we always take into account the feedback and suggestions of our pupils and parents.

Pupils and Leadership Team

Our pupils are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to providing a learning environment that is supportive, inclusive, and empowering. We have a strong pupil leadership team, who work closely with our staff to ensure that the voice of the pupil is heard and that their ideas and suggestions are taken on board.

Eco Council

We recognise the importance of caring for our environment, and we have an active eco-council who are dedicated to promoting sustainable practices within our school community.

Homework and Online Platforms

We recognise the value of homework in supporting