Christmas Holiday Reminder -

SCHOOL DINNERS WILL FINISH ON THURSDAY 18th DECEMBER.    School ends for all children on Friday 19th December at 11.00 (Group 1) & 11.10 (Group 2).  We reopen on Monday 5th January 2026.

Reminder: as we are holding our Open Afternoon on Wednesday 7th January we will be closing early to prepare for that. NO DINNERS on Wednesday 7th January

 Group 1 (11.10 – 11.20 collection) & Group 2 (11.20 – 11.30 collection)

 
 
Convent of Mercy Nursery, Folly Lane, Downpatrick, County Down
Admission Open Day - Wednesday 7th January Appointment ONLY (Timetable will be available from 10th December)
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Talking to your child about coronavirus

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As coronavirus is a major topic of discussion on the tv, radio and in our homes - the children may have some questions or worries.  It is very difficult to stop them hearing the news or our discussions with friends -  no matter how hard we try.  Below are links to different organisations that might be helpful.  Check them first to see which you think might be suitable for your child.

 
https://660919d3-b85b-43c3-a3ad-3de6a9d37099.filesusr.com/ugd/64c685_319c5acf38d34604b537ac9fae37fc80.pdf

https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-coronavirus

https://childmind.org/article/talking-to-kids-about-the-coronavirus/

https://www.unicef.org/coronavirus/how-talk-your-child-about-coronavirus-covid-19