Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment. You can also find live updates on our school Twitter @StItasPS

• St. Ita's iTalk Newsletter September/ October 2026

  Fri 23 Oct 2026

  St. Ita's iTalk Newsletter September/October 2026

   

  Please click on the link below to view St. Ita's iTalk Newsletter for September/October 2026.

  We hope you find it both enjoyable and informative.

   

  St. Ita's iTalk Newsletter September/October 2026

   

  We wish everyone in the school community a relaxing mid-term break.

• Mini Wellbeing Champions

  Wed 21 Oct 2026

  At assembly this week, our Mini Wellbeing Champions were announced!

  

• Mrs Dolan's P5 Class Assembly

  Wed 21 Oct 2026

  Mrs Dolan's P5 Class presented the last assembly before the Halloween break. This wonderful assembly highlighted the wonders of Autumn, Harvest time and how important it is that we care for every living thing that surrounds us. We can all make a small difference every day! To see a short clip of the assembly, please click here.

• Miss Armstrong's P3 Class Assembly

  Wed 14 Oct 2026

  In Miss Armstrong's P3 Class Assembly today, the pupils spoke to us about Autumn, kindness and working together. To see some clips from the assembly, please click here.

• St. Ita's wins Primary School of the Year Award for County Down!

  Sun 11 Oct 2026

  St. Ita’s Primary School has achieved outstanding recognition after being named a finalist and ultimately winning the prestigious 'Primary School of the Year' award for County Down. Endorsed by the Minister of Education, the Local Women Magazine Education Awards celebrate the tireless efforts and remarkable achievements of educators across Northern Ireland. The principal, Mrs Hanna, alongside members of the school leadership team, attended the spectacular gala ceremony at the Europa Hotel in Belfast on Saturday 10th October, to receive the honour.

   

  In their glowing commendation, the judging panel highlighted that St. Ita’s takes immense pride in its pupils, fosters a deeply nurturing environment, and ensures that every single child

  is encouraged to thrive.

   

  Mrs Hanna expressed her immense delight in accepting the trophy on behalf of the entire school community, warmly praising the incredible teamwork, passion, and unwavering dedication of all the school staff. She noted that it was an incredibly lovely moment for everyone involved, marking the very first award of its kind to be bestowed upon the school.

   

   

  

• St Ita's Digital Leaders

  Fri 09 Oct 2026

  Meet St Ita's Digital Leaders for 2026-27.

  

• St Ita's Eco Council

  Thu 08 Oct 2026

  Meet St Ita's Eco Council for 2026-27.

  

• One Million Children Praying the Rosary

  Thu 08 Oct 2026

  On Tuesday, classes attended a pastoral assembly about 'One Million Children Praying the Rosary.' Pope Leo calls for us to pray the Rosary during October. The children heard about the act of praying the rosary, what prayers are involved and the feast days celebrated in the church during October. A special word of thanks to Anna (P4) for bringing in her prayer book to share with her peers. The assemblies finished with beautiful hymns led by our talented pupils. To see a short video, please click here

• Ms Mullan's P5 Class Assembly

  Wed 07 Oct 2026

  Our first Class Assembly of the school year was brought to us by Ms Mullan's P5 class. The assembly's theme was 'Learning and Growing', performed wonderfully by the children. To see a short video clip of the assembly, please click here

• St Ita's Student Council

  Wed 07 Oct 2026

  Meet the new St Ita's Student Council for 2026-27!