Our School
Welcome to St James's Primary School and Nursery Unit's website.
St James's Primary School and Nursery Unit is a vibrant, forward thinking, inclusive school in Newtownabbey. We welcome children from lots of different backgrounds and cultures and we value and cherish everyone as a unique individual. We have a hard working, dedicated staff who work tirelessly to develop our children socially, emotionally, spiritually, physically and academically and ensure that each child is happy in our school. We enjoy the support of our parents and work in partnership with them to ensure their children flourish in our care.
If you would like to learn more about our school and experience our warm and welcoming atmosphere, please do not hesitate to contact us to arrange a visit.
Upcoming Events
| Tuesday, 3rd March 2026 |
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| Celebrating Diversity Workshops |
| Wednesday, 4th March 2026 |
| Shared Education Years 1 and 2 |
| Thursday, 5th March 2026 |
| World Book Day |
| Monday, 9th March 2026 |
| Tree Planting |
| Tuesday, 10th March 2026 |
| Confirmation St Mary's Star of the Sea, Whitehouse (11.30am) |
| Wednesday, 11th March 2026 |
| Shared Education Years 1 and 2 |
| Year 3 Shared Reading with Belfast High School |
| Friday, 13th March 2026 |
| Jo Jingles in Nursery |
| Tuesday, 17th March 2026 |
| St Patrick's Day (School Closed) |
| Wednesday, 18th March 2026 |
| Translink Safety Bus visiting Nursery |
| Wednesday, 25th March 2026 |
| Shared Education Years 1 and 2 |
| Year 3 Paired Reading with Belfast High School |
| Tuesday, 31st March 2026 |
| Jo Jingles in Nursery |
| Wednesday, 1st April 2026 |
| Last Day of Term (Early Finish) |
