Holy Week

Dear parents/guardians,

As we move towards the end of Holy Week let us take some time to reflect on the end of a busy term two and look forward to all the learning opportunities term three will offer us.

The theme for Catholic Schools Week this year was, 'United In Faith and Community.' This is just as important during Holy Week and Easter.

We in St. Joseph's P.S. Bessbrook will continue to build strong links in our community.

Holy Week and Easter is a perfect time to come together and celebrate what makes our 'School and Community and our Faith' so special.

Yours,

Mr. Michael Doran
Principal
St. Joseph’s P.S. Bessbrook

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Telling the time in P1

12th May 2026

This week we are learning about time and how to identify o'clock times on an analogue...

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8th May 2026

What a fantastic morning at St Peter’s Primary School where the P6 and P7 girls...

Malachy McGeeney Final

30th Apr 2026

Today, our Primary 6 and Primary 7 boys proudly represented the school in the Malachy...

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Congratulations to all our P4 boys and girls who recieved their First Holy Communion yesterday and today. God bless you all.

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🏐Netball News🏐 What a fantastic morning at St Peter’s Primary School where the P6 and P7 girls had the opportunity to play some netball matches. The girls are a very newly formed netball team, and after only around six sessions together, they were absolutely excellent. Their ball control and skill work were superb throughout the matches, and they should all be incredibly proud of themselves. A huge thank you again to St Peter’s Primary School for hosting us. Hopefully we can arrange another fixture before the end of the school year. Well done, girls!

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A great morning at Carrickcruppen Club with friendly matches against St Peter’s Primary School, Cloughreagh. Fantastic skill on display from our Primary 6 and 7 boys and girls—well done everyone👏🏼

Today, our Primary 6 and Primary 7 boys proudly represented the school in the Malachy McGeeney Final at the Athletic Grounds. They faced St. Mary’s Primary School, Mullaghbawn, and delivered an excellent performance throughout the game. While the result did not go in their favour, the team demonstrated great skill, determination, and teamwork, and were a credit to the school in every respect. We are extremely proud of their efforts and the manner in which they represented their school and the game of GAA. Well done boys

We will be having a jersey day this Friday to build up the excited for the big game on Sunday. Wear your orange jerseys, t-shirts or accessories - or if you’re a down supporter, your red and black! Don’t leave Mr Doran and Mr Traynor on their own!!! £1 per child for school funds.

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Upcoming Events...

Friday, 22nd May 2026
School Development Day (School closed for pupils)
Monday, 25th May 2026
May Day Bank Holiday - school closed
Tuesday, 26th May 2026
Staff Development Day - school closed
Wednesday, 27th May 2026
Staff Development Day - school closed
Wednesday, 3rd June 2026
Nursery Sports Day (weather permitting)
Thursday, 4th June 2026
Sports Day (weather permitting)
Friday, 5th June 2026
Fun Day (weather permitting)
Wednesday, 17th June 2026
P7 Leavers' Mass - school assembly hall (11:00am)
Tuesday, 30th June 2026
School closes at 11:00am

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