Dear Parents & Carers 

It is with immense pride that I share with you that we have had SO many visitors to school this week - St. Mary's University, Stranmillis University and our Diocesan Advisor, Deacon Gerry McBride.  Each person in turn commented on the exemplary behaviour of our children - their courtesy, respect and focus during lessons.  Whilst we know this about our pupils, it is so heartwarming to be told by visitors to school.  Thank you, parents, for supporting all our efforts - home and school working together is a magical combination! 

During assembly today we spoke about Lent as a time of preparation for Jesus' Resurrection.  The children have been speaking in class about their own personal preparation and lots of children have focused on making efforts to help more at home and to help those in our community. To this end, our  school council presented a cheque for £150 to Evora Hospice this afternoon.  They were very appreciative.  It is lovely to show our children the joy in giving back.     

I thank you warmly for your continued support.  I know you will, like me, welcome a new month and hopefully brighter weather.   

Yours in continued partnership,  

Mrs Donnelly

Dear parents,

at our most recent Board of Governors’ meeting, the following report to parents was ratified as an accurate overview of the work undertaken in St Clare’s Abbey during 2024/2025 school year.

I hope that you may have an opportunity to read it and feel free to contact the school should you have questions re its content.  

Thank You  

At the time of amalgamation it was agreed that funerals of staff of the former schools would not be attended by pupils from the newly amalgamated school. This was to avoid anyone being overlooked due to current staff being unaware of former connections with the schools.

That seemed like an appropriate arrangement at the time. However, having personally attended recent funerals of deceased former staff, I have become uneasy with this arrangement. Therefore, it will be modified as indicated below.

The family of a deceased member of staff of Abbey PS or St Clare’s PS, who retired from either school may request a school representation at their loved one’s requiem mass. If the mass is taking place during school hours and in a local church, we will try our very best to facilitate the request.  Requests may be made via telephone 02830262175.

We cherish the contribution that former staff made to both schools, from which we grew.

Thank You