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EARLY CLOSING DETAILS FOR END OF TERM
Fri 20 Mar 2026***** EARLY CLOSING DETAILS FOR END OF TERM *****
EARLY FINISH TIMES FOR FRIDAY 27th MARCH 2026
Please arrange to have your child/ren collected at these times:
Pupils with surnames from P-Z will finish at 12.15 pm
Pupils with surnames from A-H will finish at 12.25 pm
Pupils with surnames from I-O will finish at 12.35 pm
(If there are siblings with different surnames then the oldest pupil leaves first according to their surname and younger siblings may leave at the same time.)
* Nursery pupils will not leave in alphabetical order and may be collected between 11.55am and 12.10pm.
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Boys' Hockey!
Wed 25 Feb 2026Congratulations to the boys hockey team who have qualified for the NI Finals!! A fantastic achievement!!
The boys had a brilliant tournament and played exceptionally well throughout the day, winning numerous matches against tough opposition.
The team was unlucky to lose the final 1-0 to a very strong Armstrong PS side.
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Children’s Mental Health Week 16th-20th February
Mon 16 Feb 2026This year’s theme is ‘This is My Place’.
The aim of this is to help children and young people feel a sense of belonging in their friendships, schools and communities, recognising its importance for mental health. Our focus for this year has been around emotional literature, giving children the language to describe their feelings and that it is ok not to feel happy all the time.
During CMHW we are going to think about what makes me smile? Helping the children to think about what they like to do when they are not feeling great to put that smile back on their faces.
Every child is then going to draw, write and design a poster showing what makes me/ them smile. Each class will have a winner and receive a small prize.
Key Stage 2 are also going to write poems about ‘What makes me smile’
Finally on Friday 20th February we are having a non-uniform day and the children are being encouraged to ‘Come As Yourself’ We are also going to have a movie and hot chocolate in our classes for everyone to enjoy at the end of the week.
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BOYS' FOOTBALL
Mon 16 Feb 2026Well done to the 5-a-side football team on a strong performance at Friday’s Mid Ulster Festival in Portadown, winning the majority of their matches. A fantastic start to the year as the season begins to gather momentum.
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Upcoming Autism Training at Ballyoran Primary School
Mon 16 Feb 2026📣 Upcoming Autism Training at Ballyoran Primary School!
This February and March there will be a series of insightful sessions led by Middletown Centre for Autism, tailored for both parents and professionals. Topics include:
- Tuesday 24th February 2026: Autism, Learning Styles & Visual Teaching
- Tuesday 3rd March 2026:: Communication
- Tuesday 10th March 2026: Sensory Processing
- Wednesday 18th March 2026: Understanding Anxiety
- Tuesday 24th March 2026: Reframing Behaviour
🗓 Starting 24 February 2026
📍 Ballyoran Primary School, Portadown
👥 Separate sessions for parents and staffParents: 11am – 1pm
Staff: 3pm – 5pm
Booking links:
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Early finishing times – week beginning 2nd February
Fri 30 Jan 2026Early finishing times – week beginning 2nd February
In order to facilitate the parent/teacher meetings school will finish early for all pupils as follows:
Nursery: 12.30 – 12.45pm
P1-P7 Pupils:
Pupils with surnames from A-H will finish at 1.25 pm
Pupils with surnames from I-O will finish at 1.30 pm
Pupils with surnames from P-Z will finish at 1.35 pm
Please pass this information on to anyone responsible for collecting your child/children.
We will send further details home next week regarding booking.
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P1, P2 and P3 Christmas Concert
Mon 24 Nov 2025P1, P2, P3 Christmas Concerts
Parents and friends are invited to our P1, 2 and 3 Christmas Concerts. A contribution of £2 per adult is payable on entry. All monies raised will go towards school funds. Tea/coffee will be available before each of the performances.
Please note each year group will only perform at the time/date given. The performances will be videoed by the school and you will receive information on how to purchase a recording nearer the time.
We look forward to seeing you at the concerts.
10TH DECEMBER
9.30 am - Primary 2
11TH DECEMBER
9.30 am - Primary 1
11.00 am - Primary 3
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KEY DATES FOR ONLINE POST-PRIMARY APPLICATIONS
Mon 24 Nov 2025Admissions Criteria Published Wednesday 10th December 2025
Applications Open Online Tuesday 27th January 2026 @ 12 noon
Applications Close Online Thursday 19th February 2026 @ 12 noon
Notification of the Outcome Saturday 9th May 2026.
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Lurgan Credit Union Savings Scheme
Wed 20 Aug 2025
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Happy Retirement!
Mon 30 Jun 2025Today we say a very fond farewell to Mrs Henning (abs), Mr Martin, Mr Mawhinney and Mrs Soye who are all retiring after many dedicated years' service. These four teachers have been in King's Park for 35 years, 33 years, 23 years and 9 years respectively.
All four have been deeply committed to the children and to the school over the years and are highly respected members of staff. Their professionalism has been clear to see and they will all be greatly missed by pupils, parents and staff. They leave a legacy behind which will not be forgotten and we are very grateful to each one of them for all they have given to the school and our pupils.
On behalf of the whole school community we wish them all a healthy, happy retirement and every blessing for all that lies ahead for each one of them.
THANK YOU!!!
