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Loughries Primary School, Newtownards
PTFA AGM Thursday September 11th @ 18.30 | Penny Wars- children bring pennies to school and add to their House Team jar. 11/9/25- 26/9/25 | National Coding week. Monday 15th - Friday 19th September. | National Fitness Day - Indoor Athletics Thursday 18th September. All children to come to school wearing their P.E. uniform. | National Poetry Day. (2/10/25) | European Day of Languages – all children to dress up to represent an EU country. Thursday 25th September. | School Photographer. Monday 29th September.
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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 January 2026.

🗓 The closing date for P1 applications will be towards the end of January (exact date to be confirmed by the Education Authority).

🔗 For guidance on the admissions process, please visit:
EA Admissions Guidance

📝 To apply, click here:
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)

📧 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

🔍 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.