🌈 What is an Integrated School?

At Loughries Integrated Primary School, we proudly bring together children and staff from Catholic and Protestant traditions, as well as those of other faiths or none. Integrated education is about learning together, respecting differences, and celebrating what makes each of us unique.

🤝 A Shared Learning Environment

Children at Loughries are educated side by side in an environment that promotes:

• Understanding and respect for all cultural and religious backgrounds
• Equality and good relations among pupils, staff, and families
• A sense of belonging and inclusion for everyone in our school community

🌟 A Value-Driven, Child-Centred Approach

Integrated education is built on a holistic philosophy that nurtures every aspect of a child’s development—academic, emotional, social, and moral. It encourages children to:

• Think critically and compassionately
• Appreciate diversity
• Grow into confident, respectful citizens

🧭 Our Commitment to the Four Principles of Integrated Education

At Loughries, we are committed to the four core principles that underpin the integrated ethos:

1. Equality
2. Faith and Values
3. Parental Involvement
4. Social Responsibility

📄 Please click the document below to learn more about these principles and how they shape life at Loughries Integrated Primary School.