THE future of the four Catholic maintained post-primary schools in Fermanagh have been revealed. As reported by the ‘Herald, discussions have been ongoing over the future of the four schools. It’s understood that the long-term plan is to have boys and girls mixing between the schools. The current plan is for Enniskillen schools, St Joseph’s […]
Enniskillen Royal Grammar set for major transformation
EXCITING developments are on the horizon for Enniskillen Royal Grammar School as plans for the redevelopment of the old Portora school site have been officially passed. The new site proposes an extension, along with improved access and parking facilities, while also keeping listed buildings, including Portora House and Steele Hall. Since the merger of Portora Royal and […]
Fermanagh man Cathal ‘proud’ to lead St Michael’s
THE new principal of St Michael’s College said he’s “proud to lead” the Enniskillen school after his appointment which will see a Fermanagh man at the helm for the first time in almost 20 years. From Mulleek, outside Belleek, Cathal O’Connor has been named as the successor for Mark Henry, who stepped down from the […]
Circulating email linked to Enniskillen school alert
IT has been reported that a concerning email, which was sent to schools in Enniskillen and in the North, was the reason for a number of temporary school closures this morning (Monday). Local Police attended the scene of the Erne Integrated College this morning to deal with the security alert, with the school later reopening […]
Major disruption at schools throughout Fermanagh
MAJOR disruption has been caused in three schools in Fermanagh this morning (Monday) following numerous reports of a security alert. Erne Integrated College, Enniskillen Royal Grammar School and Enniskillen Integrated Primary School and Nursery were all caught up in the alert, with the Police attending one of the schools. “Due to a security alert this […]
Fermanagh school reopens after ‘security alert’
A FERMANAGH school has been given the “all clear” to open this morning (Monday) after the Police was called to the scene following a reported security alert. “Due to a security alert this morning, traffic around the school and Erne Integrated Primary is extremely backed up,” a post from Erne Integrated College read. “We are […]
New principal at St Michael’s College
CATHAL O’Connor has been appointed as the new school principal of St Michael’s College in Enniskillen. The Belleek man will take over from Mark Henry, who departed the position last month. St Michael’s College confirmed the news this afternoon. “The Board of Governors of St. Michael’s College is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. […]
Fermanagh school a shining example of mental wellness
A FERMANAGH school has been singled out as an example of best practice in promoting children’s emotional health and well being. St Mary’s PS in Newtownbutler was selected as one of only three primary schools across the North to be recognised by the Department of Education and the Department of Health in a new publication, launched […]
Lack Primary School to officially close this year
By Niamh McGovern LACK Primary School will close at the end of this school year in what has come as a ‘shattering blow’ to the school community. Last year, the rural school, located on the Tirwinny Road, received a reprieve from closure by Education Minister, Paul Givan, but following Monday’s announcement, the school will discontinue with […]
BREAKING: St Michael’s College principal to stand down
THE principal of St Michael’s College in Enniskillen has informed his staff that he will be stepping down at the end of the school year. Mark Henry, who took on the role of principal in 2016, will step down from his role in June. Originally from Derry, Mr Henry joined the teaching staff at St […]