Sports Day Fun is on the Way! We are buzzing with excitement as Sports Days are just around the corner! This is always one of the highlights of the school year – full of energy, smiles, and a little bit of friendly competition. Let the Games Begin! Our pupils have been practising, preparing, and getting ready to shine, and now it’s their time to show off their skills. Key Dates to Remember: P4 – P7 Sports Day: Thursday 21st May P1 – P3 Sports Day: Friday 22nd May From sprint races to team challenges, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Whether it's cheering from the sidelines or racing to the finish line, we know these days will be full of memorable moments. Calling All Cheer Squads! We would love to welcome parents and carers along to support the children. Your encouragement makes a huge difference and helps create that fantastic Sports Day atmosphere we all love. Don’t forget your biggest cheers, brightest smiles, and maybe even a picnic blanket. It’s All About Fun! While there may be a bit of competition, the most important thing is taking part, trying our best, and having fun together as a school community. Let the countdown begin… we can’t wait to see everyone there!
We are delighted to be welcoming all of our new Primary 1 pupils to school next week for a very special Greenfingers Day. This exciting occasion is designed to help our youngest learners feel happy, confident, and settled as they begin their school journey with us. During the day, the children will have the opportunity to meet our friendly staff, explore their new school environment, and take part in a hands-on planting activity. Each child will plant their very own sunflower, marking the beginning of a lovely project they can continue at home over the summer months. As they look after their sunflower and watch it grow, we hope this experience will encourage responsibility, curiosity, and a love of learning through nature. We are looking forward to lots of smiles, muddy hands, and the start of many exciting memories. We can’t wait to meet all our new P1 pupils and begin this next chapter together.
On Saturday, 18th April, we are proud to celebrate 125 amazing years of St. Mary’s on the Hill Primary School—a milestone that reflects generations of learning, friendship, faith, and community. This special anniversary event promises to be a memorable occasion, bringing together past pupils, families, staff, and friends to honour the rich history and enduring spirit of our school. It will be a wonderful opportunity to reminisce about days gone by, relive treasured memories, and rekindle connections with classmates and teachers who helped shape our journey. Whether you attended recently or many years ago, you are warmly invited to be part of this celebration and to share in the stories, laughter, and pride that make St. Mary’s such a special place. Tickets are still available through the school office, and we would be delighted to welcome you as we come together to mark this historic occasion and look forward to the future of St. Mary’s on the Hill P.S.
Wishing our entire school community a very Happy Easter. We hope you enjoy a peaceful and refreshing break surrounded by friends and family. This is a special time to rest, reflect, and celebrate together, and we hope the holiday brings joy, laughter, and plenty of meaningful moments for you and your loved ones. Thank you for your ongoing support throughout the term. We look forward to welcoming everyone back renewed, recharged, and ready for the exciting final term ahead. Warmest Easter wishes to you all.
We are delighted to celebrate this special time with our P7 pupils as they prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Throughout the term, the children have been learning about the gifts of the Holy Spirit and reflecting on how they can live out their faith in their daily lives. Together with families, sponsors, and our parish community, we are supporting the pupils on their journey of faith, helping them to grow in confidence, understanding, and spirituality. As they take this important step, we celebrate their commitment and look forward to sharing this joyous occasion with them.
St. Mary’s on the Hill is set to celebrate its Day of Culture on Friday 13th March, with a warm, joyful showcase of the talents that make our community unique. The day will bring together lively dancing, heartfelt singing, and thoughtful poetry, creating a vibrant tapestry of expression for everyone to enjoy. And because no celebration here is complete without a good laugh, a few well‑placed jokes will keep the atmosphere light and full of fun. It’s a moment for us to gather, share our creativity, and celebrate the spirit that connects us.
We at St. Mary’s on the Hill P.S. are absolutely delighted to be celebrating World Book Day! It is one of our favourite days of the year, and the excitement is already building throughout the school. Pupils and staff are looking forward to swapping their favourite books, discovering new stories, and sharing the joy of reading with friends. Our classrooms will be filled with colour and creativity as everyone dresses up as beloved book characters, bringing stories to life in the most imaginative ways. To add to the fun, there may even be some mystery readers visiting our classrooms to share their much‑loved tales—keeping everyone guessing and adding a wonderful element of surprise to the day. World Book Day is a special opportunity for us all to celebrate imagination, creativity, and the power of reading, and we can’t wait to enjoy every moment of it together!
Children’s Mental Health Week 2026 is an important opportunity to highlight the wellbeing of young people and to encourage everyone in our school community to think about how we can support children’s emotional development. The week focuses on helping pupils understand their feelings, build resilience, and learn strategies for positive mental health through supportive activities and conversations. We will celebrate Children’s Mental Health Week during the first week back after midterm, beginning 16th February, with events and classroom activities designed to promote confidence, kindness, and connection. It will be a chance for us all to come together, reflect on the importance of mental wellbeing, and give children the tools they need to thrive.
We are delighted to celebrate Catholic Schools Week 2026, a special time to honor the faith-filled mission and vibrant community that make our school so unique. This year’s theme, “Normal Live Called to Holiness,” reminds us that each of us—through our everyday actions, learning, and relationships—is invited to grow in holiness and live out our faith with purpose. Throughout the week, we look forward to celebrating all that makes our school a place of learning, service, and spiritual growth.
As we begin the second term at St. Mary’s on the Hill P.S., we are filled with excitement for the learning, growth, and adventure that await our students. This next chapter brings fresh opportunities to explore new ideas, strengthen friendships, and celebrate the joy of learning together. We look forward to building on the wonderful progress already made and embracing the fun, challenges, and discoveries that make our school community such a vibrant and inspiring place.