Latest News
Welcome to the News section of the website. I hope you find it interesting and useful in keeping you informed of the many events that happen in Victoria Park School.
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P5 Room 9 Botanical Gardens
Mon 17 Dec 2018P5 Room 9 had a wonderful time on Friday morning exploring the Tropical Ravine at Botanic Gardens with Ulster Wildlife. The class got to experience the tropical rainforest plants from the ground floor which is usually off limits, got to learn about weird and wonderful butterflies and even got to plant their own flowers. A great day of fun and learning was had by everyone.
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Belfast Classic Basketball Hall of Fame game
Thu 13 Dec 2018The P7s enjoyed soaking up the atmosphere at the SSE Arena after receiving complimentary tickets for the recent Belfast Classic Basketball Hall of Fame game between Buffalo Bulls and Milwaukee Panthers. Even Spiderman and Captain America wanted to hang out with them!
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'Coffee and Christmas Crafts' morning
Thu 13 Dec 2018Invitations to our 'Coffee and Christmas Crafts' morning, taking place this Friday (14th), were sent home during the week with all P4-P7 pupils. Our Literacy Co-ordinator, Mrs Lennox, will be hosting the event from 9.30am-11.00am and we'll be giving away this wonderful hamper full of children's books (worth £100) to one lucky little reader! All parents who attend the coffee morning will be entered into a prize draw to win these fantastic books for their child. The winning ticket will be announced at the event. Titles included are: Star Wars Doodles, Illuminature, The Midnight Gang, The Goldfish Boy, A Monster Calls, Above and Below, The Promise and 100 Greek Myths. Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Davy Wilson Cup Match
Wed 12 Dec 2018Victoria Park 3 - 1 St. John the Baptist
The football team progressed to the next round of the Davy Wilson cup in style with an excellent win against St. John the Baptist on Tuesday.
Victoria Park got off to a strong start, passing the ball well and playing entertaining football, however it was the away team that took the lead. A fast break saw their striker get between the defenders and finish with a powerful shot that left Aaron with little chance to save.
The home team kept their heads up and continued to play passing football forcing the opposition keeper into a number of great saves. Throughout the match, Zach found great success down the left hand side making strong runs and putting dangerous balls into the box. Eventually the pressure told and Evan finished well to bring the scores level.
The team carried on playing well into the second half and took the lead through a shot by Rylan. The result was put beyond doubt when Kameron extended the lead to 3 - 1.
This was by far the best performance of the season by the whole team. Jay, Reuben and Ebony provided a strong back line, making good tackles and interceptions. The midfield of Kameron, Rylan, Zach and substitute Lewis controlled the game well, with Lewis being denied a goal scoring opportunity by a last ditch tackle. Up front Evan made good runs and was rewarded with his first goal of the season.
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Netball CLub
Mon 10 Dec 2018Unfortunately the Netball club will not be on over the next few weeks but will be back after the Holiday break
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Salvation Army Donations
Mon 10 Dec 2018Thanks to everyone who has donated so far to our collection of winter coats and toiletries for the Salvation Army's Night Shelter team. There are two large boxes at the main entrance if you still wish to donate.
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Victoria Park Primary 2018 Christmas Celebrations!
Fri 07 Dec 2018The Principal, Staff and Pupils of Victoria Park Primary School would like to invite you to our 2018 Christmas Celebrations.
We have a wonderful collection of Christmas presentations involving all of our children and we look forward to seeing you at our events.
Primary 1 “Whoops-a-daisy Angel”
Tuesday 18thth December @ 9.30am
The children of Primary One present their nativity story.
P2 - P3 Carol Service.
Tuesday 11th December @ 9.30am
P2 & P3 will join together to present their Christmas Nativity. This will include Christmas music, readings and traditional carols.
KS2 Carol Service
Wednesday 12th December @ 9.30am
Key Stage two will perform their traditional Christmas story through music and readings.
P4 and P5 will lead the service and we will have readers from P6 and P7, our musical sections, choir and orchestra also taking part.
The School Choir will perform at George Best Belfast City Airport.
Wednesday 19th December 1.30-2.30pm
Parents & friends are welcome to attend this event to support the choir.
Due to Health & Safety, prams or buggies cannot be brought into the Assembly Hall during any of the performances.
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Book People Fair
Tue 04 Dec 2018A reminder that our Book People book fair starts tomorrow afternoon 2pm-4pm. It will be open on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons at the same times as well. It is being held in the P6/P7 resource area which can be accessed through the large entrance on the P4/P5 playground.
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No Crossing Control This Week
Tue 04 Dec 2018Unfortunately there will be no crossing patrol on Connsbrook Avenue all this week. Please remind your child to use the pelican crossing to cross safely if they are walking to and from school unaccompanied.
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Neighbours in Need 2018
Sat 01 Dec 2018Every Christmas, our staff are always overwhelmed by the amazing generosity of parents buying cards and presents for them. We certainly don’t expect them but this year we would like to encourage you to donate a pound or two to East Belfast Mission's 'Neighbours in Need 2018' appeal instead. They are trying to raise £7000 to support 1,000 local families in need by offering Christmas hampers. These hampers may be their only hope of having a family Christmas dinner.
We understand that some children enjoy handing over gifts to their teachers and assistants so we are sending home some Christmas envelopes next week to make it a little more fun. Thanks in advance for your support of a very worthwhile cause.
