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Loughries Primary School, Newtownards
Open Afternoon - β€˜The Elves of Loughries: A Magical School Adventure.' Thursday 4th December 2025 - 3pm-4:30pm. [Open Image] | Talk Money Week! Commencing Tuesday 4th November 2025. | Anti-Bullying Week - Monday 10th November to Friday 14th November. | Children in Need Day - Friday 14th November. Non uniform day. £1 donation to Children in Need via School Money - Thank you.   | Ulster Scots Education Workshop P1-P7. Wednesday 19th November. | Science Experiment Day! Thursday 20th November P1-P7. | PTFA Bag Pack - Saturday 29th November 10am - 4pm. | Whole school trip to the pantomime - Wednesday 3rd December. | Nativity at the Ards Evangelical Church on Wednesday 10th December at 9:30am - 10:30am.
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Digital Admissions P1 September 2026

 
 

Starting Primary 1 in September 2026?

If your child is due to start Primary 1 in September 2026, you can apply for their place online from Wednesday 7th January 2026 at 12 noon.

πŸ—“ The closing date for P1 applications will be Wednesday 21st January 2026.

πŸ”— For guidance on the admissions process, please visit:
EA Admissions Guidance

πŸ“ To apply
Apply Online via EA Connect


Additional Information for Parents

Please see below for helpful resources:

  • Admission Criteria 2025–2026
  • Comments from Our Parents
  • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
  • Religious Affiliation Form (for September 2026 entry)

πŸ“§ Interested in a school tour?
We’d love to welcome you! Please email the Principal at:
jthompson672@c2kni.net


Transport Eligibility

Wondering if your child qualifies for transport assistance to Loughries Integrated Primary School?

Eligibility is based on the Department of Education Circular 1996/41 (updated September 2009). The statutory qualifying distance is:

  • 2 miles for pupils under 11 years of age

πŸ” Check your eligibility here:
EA Transport Eligibility Checker

If you receive the message:
“There are no closer schools of the same category within the qualifying distance to your home address,”
then you are eligible for transport assistance.