A huge congratulations to our P6 and P7 girls and their coach Miss Maguire on their success earlier today at Meadowbank in Magherafelt. They made it all the way to the final, only to lose in dramatic circumstances by the smallest of margins. We are so proud of you all.
Miss Simpson’s Primary 5 class will perform at Project Sparks for a UTV feature on Thursday 26th January with Eglinton Primary School. We wish them all the best with their performance, don’t forget to tune in to see the amazing outcome of all their hard work.
Broadbridge Primary School Thursday 19th January 2023 Note 20
School Diary: 27th January 2023 – Applications close for Primary 1 New Entrants at Noon.
20th January 2023 – Round 2 of Flahavan’s Cross Country League. (Cancelled)
| SCHOOL PROVISION | CLUB | COST |
| Mon 23rd Jan. –
Friday 27th Jan. |
Morning Club – 8:00-8:45 | (£1 PER CHILD) |
| 2-3 PM Club – 2:00-3:00 | (£2 PER CHILD) | |
| Afterschool Club – 3:00-4:15 | (£3 PER CHILD) |
PLEASE NOTE: ALL CLUBS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE ON THE PARENTPAY APP
If your child does not normally use the afterschool service, please contact the school office and we will inform the class teacher about the change in their daily routine.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
| DAY | ACTIVITY | TIME & VENUE | ACTIVITY SUPERVISORS |
| Monday
23rd Jan |
Cross-Country
P4, 5, 6, 7 |
3:00-4:15 At School | Miss Simpson &
Miss O’Neill |
| Tuesday
24th Jan |
Gaelic
P4 & P5 |
3:00-4:15 At School | Miss Maguire
(Assisted by coaches from both parish Gaelic clubs) |
| Wednesday
25th Jan |
Skill School P1 & P2 | 2:00-3:00 At School | Mr Ricky Fernandez &
Assisting Coaches |
| Skill School P3 & P4 | 3:00-4:15 At School | ||
| Thursday
26th Jan |
Netball
P5, 6, 7 |
3:00-4:15 At School | Mrs Teresa Gillespie
Mrs Mairead Hull |
| Friday
27th Jan |
‘The Premiership’
P6, P7 |
3:00-4:15 At School | Mr Mc Laughlin &
Assisting Coaches |
| Be prepared for wet weather. Cross-Country, Gaelic & Soccer players bring boots and trainers.
If you have any concerns or your child has medical needs, please contact the school office and bring to the attention of one of the people in charge. |
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New Entrants – Primary 1 – September 2022 – The application process for those children due to start school in September 2023 opened on 10th January 2023 and closes on the 27th January 2023 at noon. Children born between 2nd July 2018 and 1st July 2019 (inclusive) should commence primary education in September 2023. Any family who is new to our school and is considering sending their child to Broadbridge Primary School, please contact the school office and we will inform you of arrangements in place for viewing. If you know of any family that have a child due to start Primary 1 in September 2023, please pass on this information. If you are having trouble registering, please contact the school office.
School Closure – In the unlikely event that the school must close due to unforeseen circumstances, the school will notify parents as soon as possible on the morning in question by text. We will not text to confirm that the school is open. If there is no message received, please take it that we are open as normal. Thank you.
Primary 1 Parent Teacher Meetings – The Primary 1 Parent Teacher Meetings will take place Tuesday 24th January – Friday 27th January. Appointments may be booked through your Child’s Google Classroom Account. Access to Google Classroom is strictly for C2K account holders, therefore you must use your child’s login details. If you are experiencing any difficulty in doing so, please contact the school office.
News Just In! – Miss Simpson’s Primary 5 class will perform at Project Sparks for a UTV feature on Thursday 26th January with Eglinton Primary School. We wish them all the best with their performance, don’t forget to tune in to see the amazing outcome of all their hard work.
Foundation Stage & Key Stage 1 – Please ensure that there is a spare change of clothes in school for your child, especially during the cold, wet weather.
Ladies Netball – Broadbridge Ladies Netball is cancelled tonight Thursday 19th January at Broadbridge Primary School in the Master’s Hall at 7:30- 9:00 p.m. All ladies 18+ are welcome to join. Cost £3.
Primary 7 leavers- Primary 7 teachers have information on their Google Classroom for Primary 7 Parents https://www.eani.org.uk/parents/admissions/search-admissions-criteria.
Broadbridge Parents & Friends Association – The AGM of the Parents & Friends Association will take place on Thursday 26th January 2023 at 8:00 p.m. all welcome.
Eglinton Eagles- Please see below the Training Schedule for Eglinton Eagles Football Club.
| Team (Aligned by Year of Birth) |
Day / Time | Location |
| 2015 | Wednesday 18:00 to 19:00
Sunday 11:00 to 12:30 |
Vale Centre Outdoor 3G
Campsie Indoor 3G |
| 2014 | Monday 19:00 to 20:00
Thursday 18:00 to 19:00 |
Vale Centre Outdoor 3G
Campsie Indoor 3G |
| 2013 | Tuesday 19:00 to 20:00 | Campsie Indoor 3G |
| 2012 | Tuesday 18:30 to 19:30
Friday 18:00 to 19:00 |
Mullabuoy Outdoor 3G
Campsie Indoor 3G |
| 2011 | Tuesday 18:00 to 19:00 | Vale Centre Outdoor 3G |
| Girls – (P3 to P7) | Tuesday 18:00 to 19:00 | Campsie Indoor 3G |
Faughanvale GAA Gaelic Football for Boys & Girls
| Wednesday | U-10 (P.4, P.5 & P6 Girls) | Vale Centre | 6:00-7:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | U-12 (P.7 Girls) | Campsie Indoor | 6:00-7:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | U-11 (P.6 & P.7 Boys) | John McLaughlin Park | 6:30-7:30 p.m. |
| Friday | U-5 (Nursery/P.1 Boys & Girls) | Vale Centre | 6:00-7:00 p.m. |
| Friday | U-7 (P.2 & P.3 Boys & Girls) | Campsie Indoor | 7.00-8.00 p.m. |
| Friday | U-9 (P.4 & P.5 Boys) | Campsie Indoor | 7.00-8.00 p.m. |
This will remain in place until the end of March. Please check online for daily updates.
The application process for those children due to start school in September 2023 opened on 10th January 2023 and closes on the 27th January 2023 at noon. Children born between 2nd July 2018 and 1st July 2019 (inclusive) should commence primary education in September 2023. Any family who is new to our school and is considering sending their child to Broadbridge Primary School, please contact the school office and we will inform you of arrangements in place for viewing. If you know of any family that have a child due to start Primary 1 in September 2023, please pass on this information. If you are having trouble registering, please contact the school office.
Broadbridge Ladies Netball is cancelled tonight Thursday 19th January at Broadbridge Primary School in the Master’s Hall at 7:30- 9:00 p.m. All ladies 18+ are welcome to join. Cost £3.
Broadbridge Primary School Thursday 12th January 2023 Note 19
School Diary: 10th January 2023 – Applications for Primary 1 New Entrants opens.
20th January 2023 – Round 2 of Flahavan’s Cross Country League.
| SCHOOL PROVISION | CLUB | COST |
| Mon 16th Jan. –
Friday 20th Jan. |
Morning Club – 8:00-8:45 | (£1 PER CHILD) |
| 2-3 PM Club – 2:00-3:00 | (£2 PER CHILD) | |
| Afterschool Club – 3:00-4:15 | (£3 PER CHILD) |
PLEASE NOTE: ALL CLUBS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE ON THE PARENTPAY APP
If your child does not normally use the afterschool service, please contact the school office and we will inform the class teacher about the change in their daily routine.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
| DAY | ACTIVITY | TIME & VENUE | ACTIVITY SUPERVISORS |
| Monday
16th Jan |
Cross-Country
P4, 5, 6, 7 |
3:00-4:15 At School | Miss Simpson &
Miss O’Neill |
| Tuesday
17th Jan |
Gaelic
P4 & P5 |
3:00-4:15 At School | Miss Maguire
(Assisted by coaches from both parish Gaelic clubs) |
| Wednesday
18th Jan |
Skill School P1 & P2 | 2:00-3:00 At School | Mr Ricky Fernandez &
Assisting Coaches |
| Skill School P3 & P4 | 3:00-4:15 At School | ||
| Thursday
19th Jan |
Netball
P5, 6, 7 |
3:00-4:15 At School | Mrs Teresa Gillespie
Mrs Mairead Hull |
| Friday
20th Jan |
‘The Premiership’
P6, P7 |
3:00-4:15 At School | Mr Mc Laughlin &
Assisting Coaches |
| Be prepared for wet weather. Cross-Country, Gaelic & Soccer players bring boots and trainers.
If you have any concerns or your child has medical needs, please contact the school office and bring to the attention of one of the people in charge. |
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New Entrants – Primary 1 – September 2022 – The application process for those children due to start school in September 2023 opened on 10th January 2023 and closes on the 27th January 2023. Children born between 2nd July 2018 and 1st July 2019 (inclusive) must commence primary education in September 2023. Any family who is new to our school and is considering sending their child to Broadbridge Primary School, please contact the school office and we will inform you of arrangements in place for viewing. If you know of any family that have a child due to start Primary 1 in September 2023, please pass on this information.
Please Note : The school day for all children starts promptly at 9:00 a.m. All pupils arriving after this time must report to the school office.
Accelerated Reading – A new term for Accelerated reading has started for our pupils. Targets have been set by teachers for your child to meet. Please encourage your child to participate fully in all reading activities and complete the tests linked to the book. You can follow your child’s progress at home.
Cross-Country Team – The cross-country training for the Flahavan’s cross country team resumes next Wednesday and Friday morning 8:15-8:45 a.m. Team will race at Oakgrove College on Friday 20th January.
Broadbridge Parents & Friends Association – The AGM of the Parents & Friends Association will take place on Thursday 26th January 2023 at 8.00 pm, all welcome.
Pick up in the Afternoons – We have had a number of complaints from residents in close proximity to the school having access to their homes blocked in the afternoons. Please do not block the residents right of way to their homes. Please do not block the entrance/exit to the local business’ in the area.
Netball NI – Netball NI are hosting a Fun Day of Netball on Saturday 21st January in the Foyle Arena, for P4-P7 girls, more details will follow on Google Classroom.
Eglinton Eagles- Please see below the Training Schedule for Eglinton Eagles Football Club.
| Team (Aligned by Year of Birth) |
Day / Time | Location |
| 2015 | Wednesday 18:00 to 19:00
Sunday 11:00 to 12:30 |
Vale Centre Outdoor 3G
Campsie Indoor 3G |
| 2014 | Monday 19:00 to 20:00
Thursday 18:00 to 19:00 |
Vale Centre Outdoor 3G
Campsie Indoor 3G |
| 2013 | Tuesday 19:00 to 20:00 | Campsie Indoor 3G |
| 2012 | Tuesday 18:30 to 19:30
Friday 18:00 to 19:00 |
Mullabuoy Outdoor 3G
Campsie Indoor 3G |
| 2011 | Tuesday 18:00 to 19:00 | Vale Centre Outdoor 3G |
| Girls – (P3 to P7) | Tuesday 18:00 to 19:00 | Campsie Indoor 3G |
Please see attached the information leaflet for Parents and Carers from Sustrans titled ‘Going Back To School’
Broadbridge Primary School Thursday 5th January 2023 Note 18
School Diary: 10th January 2023 – Applications for Primary 1 New Entrants opens.
20th January 2023 – Round 2 of Flahavan’s Cross Country League.
| SCHOOL PROVISION | CLUB | COST |
| Mon 9th Jan. –
Friday 13th Jan. |
Morning Club – 8:00-8:45 | (£1 PER CHILD) |
| 2-3 PM Club – 2:00-3:00 | (£2 PER CHILD) | |
| Afterschool Club – 3:00-4:15 | (£3 PER CHILD) |
PLEASE NOTE: ALL CLUBS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE ON THE PARENTPAY APP
If your child does not normally use the afterschool service, please contact the school office and we will inform the class teacher about the change in their daily routine.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES WILL NOT RESUME UNTIL THE WEEK BEGINNING 16TH JANUARY WITH THE EXCEPTION OF SKILL SCHOOL WHICH WILL RESUME ON WEDNESDAY 11TH JANUARY.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
| DAY | ACTIVITY | TIME & VENUE | ACTIVITY SUPERVISORS |
| Monday
16th Jan |
Cross-Country
P4, 5, 6, 7 |
3:00-4:15 At School | Miss Simpson &
Miss O’Neill |
| Tuesday
17th Jan |
Gaelic
P4 & P5 |
3:00-4:15 At School | Miss Maguire
(Assisted by coaches from both parish Gaelic clubs) |
| Wednesday
18th Jan |
Skill School P1 & P2 | 2:00-3:00 At School | Mr Ricky Fernandez &
Assisting Coaches |
| Skill School P3 & P4 | 3:00-4:15 At School | ||
| Thursday
19th Jan |
Netball
P5, 6, 7 |
3:00-4:15 At School | Mrs Teresa Gillespie
Mrs Mairead Hull |
| Friday
20th Jan |
‘The Premiership’
P6, P7 |
3:00-4:15 At School | Mr Mc Laughlin &
Assisting Coaches |
| Be prepared for wet weather. Cross-Country, Gaelic & Soccer players bring boots and trainers.
If you have any concerns or your child has medical needs, please contact the school office and bring to the attention of one of the people in charge. |
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*** School Crossing Patrol *** – There will be no one available to do the school crossing patrol. If you know of someone willing to take up the position, please contact the school office.
New Entrants – Primary 1 – September 2023 – The application process for those children due to start school in September 2022 opens on 10th January 2023 and closes on the 27th January 2023. Children born between 2nd July 2018 and 1st July 2019 (inclusive) must commence primary education in September 2023.
School Meals Bookings – Please note that even if your child is eligible for free school meals, dinners must be booked in advance on the ParentPay site. Those children with special dietary requirements must be booked in to allow the catering staff time to manage their needs.
Cross-Country Team – The cross-country training for the Flahavan’s cross country team resumes next Wednesday and Friday morning 8:15-8:45 a.m.
Broadbridge Parents & Friends Association – The AGM of the Parents & Friends Association will take place on Thursday 26th January 2023 at 8.00 pm, all welcome.
Netball Skills Course – There will be a netball skills course beginning Saturday 7th January-Saturday 11th Feb from 1:30 -3:00 p.m. for P5-P7 children. This will be a 6 Weeks Course costing £25.00, contact teresagillespie@hotmail.com to book a place.
Ladies Netball – Broadbridge Ladies Netball resumes tonight Thursday 5th January at Broadbridge Primary School in the Master’s Hall at 7:30- 9:00 p.m. All ladies 18+ are welcome to join. Cost £3.
Netball NI – Netball NI are hosting a Fun Day of Netball on Saturday 21st January in the Foyle Arena, for P4-P7 girls, more details will follow on Google Classroom.
Wishing all our pupils and parents a very happy, healthy and peaceful 2023.
Broadbridge Primary School Tuesday 20th December 2022 Note 17
School Diary Wednesday 21st Dec. – Non-uniform day. Children may wear something Christmassy!
School Holidays – Thursday 22nd December-Tuesday 3rd January (Both dates inclusive)
| SCHOOL PROVISION | CLUB | COST |
| Mon 19th Dec. –
Tues 20th Dec. |
Morning Club – 8:00-8:45 | (£1 PER CHILD) |
| 2-3 PM Club – 2:00-3:00 | (£2 PER CHILD) | |
| Afterschool Club – 3:00-4:15 | (£3 PER CHILD) |
PLEASE NOTE: NO 2-3 PM Club or Afterschool Club on Wednesday 21st December. All children go home at 12:15.
Santa Stroll – There will be a Santa Stroll on Wednesday 21st Dec. Leaving Ashburn Image at 8:30 a.m. or the Playpark for 8:35 a.m.
Children Going Home on Wednesday 21st December for Christmas Break – Parents are asked to ensure that the children know how they are travelling home on Wednesday, particularly if there is a change to the normal routine. Walkers, Paschal’s bus children and those going across the ‘Blue Bridge’ will leave at 11:45 a.m. Children getting picked up by car will leave at 12:00 noon (Please note the earlier time). Please drive slowly and with care as you approach the school as there will be a lot of excited children about.
Non-Uniform Day – Wednesday 21st December is non- uniform day. Children can wear Christmas Jumpers or something Christmassy on the day!
Road Safety – At a meeting on Thursday 15th December attended by representatives from the Governors, Parents and Friends Association, Staff and the Local Council the topic of road safety and the safe access to school was discussed. As we have had various meetings in the past in relation to our concerns about the safety of our children coming and going from school but have had no measures put in place to ensure safety or reduce the risk of a serious accident happening. It was decided that as a community we need to draw attention to our concerns through a petition. Therefore, as a starting point to raise awareness of our concerns can we ask that you sign the following petition – https://chng.it/wjQx94NYck Please share with family and friends. We will update you on the outcome of this in due course.
Crossing Patrol – The Transport Office are currently looking for someone to replace William at the school crossing in the New Year. If you know someone that would like the position, please contact the school office for further details.
New Entrants – Primary 1 – September 2023 – The application process for those children due to start school in September 2022 opens on 10th January 2023 and closes on the 27th January 2023. Children born between 2nd July 2018 and 1st July 2019 (inclusive) must commence primary education in September 2023.
Primary 1 Nativity – Thanks to all the pupils who performed at the Nativity Play on Sunday. They were fantastic and behaved brilliantly in the chapel. Thank you to all the staff who worked so hard and contributed to the success of the play.
On behalf of all staff in the school we would like to wish you and your family a very healthy and happy Christmas. We hope the children have a very well-deserved break and we look forward to welcoming them back safely again in the New Year.
Broadbridge Primary School Thursday 15th December 2022 Note 16
School Diary Sunday 18th Dec. Primary 1 Nativity Mass at Star of The Sea 12:00 Noon.
Wednesday 21st Dec. – Non-uniform day. Children may wear something Christmassy!
School Holidays – Thursday 22nd December-Tuesday 3rd January (Both dates inclusive)
| SCHOOL PROVISION | CLUB | COST |
| Mon 19th Dec. –
Tues 20th Dec. |
Morning Club – 8:00-8:45 | (£1 PER CHILD) |
| 2-3 PM Club – 2:00-3:00 | (£2 PER CHILD) | |
| Afterschool Club – 3:00-4:15 | (£3 PER CHILD) |
PLEASE NOTE: NO 2-3 PM Club or Afterschool Club on Wednesday 21st December.
Nativity Mass – The Primary 1 Nativity will take place at Star of the Sea, Faughanvale on Sunday 18th December at 12 Noon. Primary 1 pupils have been given a separate note about the Nativity. Please check your child’s folder.
Santa Stroll – There will be a Santa Stroll on Wednesday 21st Dec. Leaving Ashburn Image at 8:30 a.m. or the Playpark for 8:35 a.m.
Children Going Home on Wednesday 21st December for Christmas Break – Parents are asked to ensure that the children know how they are travelling home on Wednesday, particularly if there is a change to the normal routine. Walkers, Paschal’s bus children and those going across the ‘Blue Bridge’ will leave at 12 noon. Children getting picked up by car will leave at 12:15 p.m. Please drive slowly and with care as you approach the school as there will be a lot of excited children about.
Open Night – Thanks to all the pupils and staff for their attendance at the school open night on Wednesday 14th December. The choir, school council and tour guides did a fantastic job of promoting our school. If you are aware of prospective pupils and parents who missed the event please contact the school office and we will accommodate them to a guided tour of the school and an opportunity to talk to members of staff.
New Entrants – Primary 1 – September 2023 – The application process for those children due to start school in September 2022 opens on 10th January 2023 and closes on the 27th January 2023. Children born between 2nd July 2018 and 1st July 2019 (inclusive) must commence primary education in September 2023.
Non-Uniform Day – Wednesday 21st December is non- uniform day. Children can wear Christmas Jumpers or something Christmassy on the day!
Indoor Football Competition- Congratulations to the school soccer team who were winners of the ‘World Cup’ today at Campsie Indoor Soccer, competing against nine other schools from the Derry and Limavady area.
Cross-Country – The Second Round of the Flahavan’s Cross-Country League on Friday 16th December at Oakgrove College has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions.
Library Books – Please check at home for school Library books before the start of the Christmas Holidays, please return early next week. Thank you.
Saint Vincent de Paul – Thank you for all who have purchased and sold tickets for the upcoming SVDP Draw. The draw will take place tomorrow 16thDecember. The winners will be posted on our Facebook Page and the Parish Bulletin.
Credit Union – Faughanvale Credit Union School Saving Scheme will resume on Tuesday 10th January. Any pupil who wishes to join the scheme can get an application form from reception or the Credit Union. Wishing everyone a Happy Christmas.
Crossing Patrol – The Transport Office are currently looking for someone to replace William at the school crossing in the New Year. If you know someone that would like the position, please contact the school office for further details.
Christmas In Eglinton – Please see the information leaflets below outlining the Christmas Events in Eglinton Village.
Please click here to download the 10 Christmas Trees Trail leaflet.