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.

• Reading for Enjoyment

  Mon 25 Jan 2016

  A big well done to all the super P7 pupils who took part in our new Reading for Enjoyment project last term. The children successfully completed a range of workshops based on the book 'The Wolves in the Walls' by Neil Gaiman. They researched interesting facts about wolves online, developed their understanding of story settings, learned all about onomatopoeia and produced some great creative writing. It is wonderful to hear that our school librarian, Mrs Walker, has received lots of requests for more Neil Gaiman books!

• Calendar Update

  Fri 22 Jan 2016

  Dear Parents

   

  A new feature of the school’s website allows you to subscribe to events from the school calendar so that they download into your own personal calendar on your mobile phone, tablet or computer.

   

  All you need to do is visit the calendar on the school website and click the link called ‘Link the school events to your personal calendar’. You can then choose from three options: to add to your default calendar (for example, on an iPhone it will go to the iPhone calendar); to add it to your Google calendar; or input it to your calendar programme of choice.

   

  Things to know:

  • If the school edits its calendar, the updates will appear automatically in your calendar (the time that this takes to happen will depend on your calendar programme).
  • You cannot edit the events in the school calendar.
  • All events will pull through in one colour only, not the colours set by the school.
  • You can name the calendar and choose how often to receive updates (we recommend you set this to as often as possible).
  • You can unsubscribe via your own calendar at any time.

   

  If you have any questions or feedback, please let the office know and we can forward them to the school’s website provider.

   

• Fun in Athletics

  Thu 21 Jan 2016

  The P7s had a fantastic afternoon at Strathearn School today taking part in their 'Fun in Athletics' roadshow. The children participated in a variety of relay races and field events against teams from Strandtown, Kilmaine and Lisnasharragh. We may very well have some future Olympians in the making!

• Ancient Egyptian Workshop

  Thu 21 Jan 2016

  The P5 classes enjoyed a great day at the Ulster Museum where they had a very interesting workshop on Ancient Egyptian practices, traditions and artefacts. They were also very lucky to have the trip scheduled when the museum is hosting a Dutch painting exhibition, including the last self-portrait by Rembrandt which is currently on loan from the National Gallery. The children were a credit to the school as their behaviour was exemplary throughout the day. A very big thank you to the parents who gave up their time to escort the children. All the photos may be viewed on the P5 class page on the website.

• Parent Questionnaire

  Thu 21 Jan 2016

  Your child will be bringing home a parent questionnaire this week as we are seeking your views about the school to assist in the process of producing the School Development Plan for the next academic year. We would really appreciate it if you would take some time to complete it and return it your child's teacher or leave in the school office by Friday 12th February. There is also an electronic copy on the school website in the Information for Parents section if you would prefer to email it to Mr Ryden. His email address is dryden451@c2kni.net.

• Interviews

  Thu 21 Jan 2016
  A reminder for P7 parents that if you have requested an interview with Mrs Gourley to complete your child's transfer form, you need to contact the school office (tel: 90471274) to arrange a suitable time. Interviews for parents whose child did not sit the AQE tests will take place from Wednesday 27th January. The AQE results are issued on Saturday 30th January and interviews for AQE pupils will take place on Monday 1st and Tuesday 2nd February.

• Congratulations to Mrs Miskelly and her staff in Victoria Park Kitchen!!

  Thu 21 Jan 2016

  Our school kitchen was inspected by the Food Hygiene Standards Agency and was awarded the top rating of 5 stars!!!! We already know the food is delicious but isn't it both reassuring and pleasing to know that it is also 5 star hygienic!!! Well done to all the kitchen staff and in particular Mrs Miskelly who works tirelessly to keep everyone's tummies happy!!

• Football Team

  Wed 20 Jan 2016
  A massive well done to Mr Dunlop and the football team as they finished runners-up at the Ashfield Primary School Soccer Sevens tournament. After topping their group winning four of their six matches, they then beat Gilnahirk 2-0 in the semi-final before agonisingly losing the sudden-death penalty shootout in the final against Cregagh after it finished 0-0. Ryan McKay was also named as the Player of the Tournament by the organisers. Our B team also made it through the group stage finishing in third place before losing their semi-final against Strandtown. A big thank you to Jonny McKay as well for helping out again.

• Skating Success!!

  Wed 20 Jan 2016

  Jodie McCorkill from P3, Room 6 practices Figure Skating every week in Dundonald Ice Bowl and recently took part in a competition were she came 2nd place. We think she looks amazing!!!!!

• Year 7 Trip to Ulster Folk Museum

  Tue 19 Jan 2016

  P7 visited the Ulster Museum on 11th December to do Victorian Christmas Crafts and visit some exhibits. Amber Brown described the trip as 'Absolutely Spectacular' and said she cannot wait to go again!

   

  P7 Room 13 and 14 had a very interesting trip to Ashfield Boys on 6th and

  8^th January. The pupils spent the morning developing their own drawing app, which they were then able to take home with them on their own pen drive. Thanks to Mr Lowe for all his patience and support in making this an enjoyable experience for both pupils and teachers alike!