If you’d like any further information on admissions contact Mrs Cope in the school office 02844614145 and she’ll be happy to help with any queries. Alternatively e-mail us at: info@stpatrickspssaul.downpatrick.ni.sch.uk and someone will get back to you.
Primary 1 School Age
If your child was born between 2 July 2021 and 1 July 2022, they are due to start P1 in September 2026 as they will be of Compulsory School Age and you must apply for a place in a Primary School.
Children born on or between 1 April 2021 and 1 July 2021 (inclusive) and children born before 1 April 2021 but with a due date on or after 1 April 2021 whose parents deferred their admission to primary school in September 2025 must also now apply for a place in a Primary School for September 2026.
Children born on or between 1 April 2022 and 1 July 2022 (inclusive) and children born before 1 April 2022 but whose due date was on or after this date may submit a request to defer P1 admission for September 2026. For more information visit ‘Deferral of School Starting Age’
How do I apply?
Online applications will open at 12 noon on Wednesday 7 January 2026 and will close at 12 noon on Wednesday 21 January 2026.
Before starting your child’s application:
Places are NOT allocated on a first come, first served basis. Schools WILL NOT consider applications until after the closing date.
