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Camphill Primary School, Ballymena
Pupil Progress meetings take place next week - wk.bg 16th March - Bookings will open at 6pm on Monday 9th March via Parentmail. School will close at 1:30pm for pupils on Mon/Weds/Thurs/Fri next week and on 12noon on St.Patrick's Day. | School Closes early all of next week - 1:30pm Mon/Weds/Thurs/Fri and 12noon on St.Patricks Day to accommodate Pupil Progress meetings. The 2pm/3pm Bus will run as normal on Mon/Weds/Thurs/Fri to allow for pupils who attend  Little Stars/Big Stars and to allow for P7s on Monday after swimming.  Pupils who travel normally on the school bus will be supervised in school until the 2pm/3pm bus arrives. Please note - There will be no BUS, Canteen services or  Little Stars /Big Stars on St.Patricks Day - Tuesday 17th March.    | This week is our TERM 2 'Keeping Safe' thematic week - lessons around 'My Body' will be taught following the NSPCC programme....... look out for homework activities being sent home this week. (See NSPCC info. in News below - 9/3/26) | 'Read On' Cancer Fund for Children - thank you to all the pupils who have already brought in sponsorship - last day to bring in donations is this Friday 13th March.  | P1 parents - you are invited to your child's classroom for a 'Stay & Play' - see NEWS (2/3/26)  | We are looking forward to seeing all the P2 Pirates in school this Wednesday as P2 hold their annual 'Pirate' day. | P3 & P5 look forward this week to taking part in their Shared Education days with Mary Queen of Peace PS. | P5 Parents - You are invited to your child's Year Group Assembly this Weds 11th March - see Parentmail sent out last week for details.  | P5 parents - last day to pay swimming is next Friday - see Parentmail sent last week. P5 swimming starts on Mon. 20th April..... all swimming dates are on calendar website. | P6 parents - Look out for SEAG 'in school' preparation information coming out via Parentmail later this week. | P7 parents - Leavers Hoodies can be ordered via our online uniform shop from later this week - last day for orders is Thursday 26th March. All information can be found later this week under 'PARENTS' Area of the website in the Online Uniform shop area.  | RED NOSE DAY - is coming on Friday 20th March - on this day all pupils can come to school wearing red and donate 50p/£1 to the charity.... see POSTER in NEWS on FRIDAY 13th March for details.  | A large group of P7 pupils along with Mr OHare are attending the Ballymena United Football Match this Saturday - - thank you for the invitation Ballymena United. | Look out for information coming next Monday about our EASTER DUCK RACE...... This will take place during the school day on Thursday 26th March. 
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Staff Development...

6th Feb 2026

At Camphill, we believe that great teaching starts with great learning — not just for our pupils, but for our staff too! This week has been a fantastic example of how our staff team continues to grow, reflect, and strengthen their practice.

🧠 Learning About Brains and How Children Learn

On Thursday 5th February our P1 & P2 staff, along with Mrs Greer, SENCo, and Mrs McMaster, took part in professional learning focused on how the brain develops and how young children learn best. The session explored early cognitive development, the importance of relationships, and practical strategies to support children in the classroom. It was an inspiring opportunity to deepen our understanding and make sure our teaching approaches align with what science tells us about learning.

💙 Autism Training

On Friday 6th February, our whole staff team engaged in Autism training. This session helped us build on our understanding of how to support autistic learners in a way that respects their strengths, meets their needs, and creates a more inclusive classroom environment for everyone. The training sparked great discussion, reflection, and lots of new ideas to take back into our daily practice.


At Camphill, we’re committed to continuous improvement — because when our staff learn, our children benefit. We’re proud to be a school where curiosity, collaboration, and professional growth are at the heart of everything we do.