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Parental Hand Book
Parental Hand Book
Downloadable booklet of all the key information available listed below on this page.
Information Handbook for Parents 2026.pdfAttendance and Punctuality
Attendance and Punctuality
ATTENDANCE
In the Academy we reward achievement for excellent attendance. Any student who has 100% attendance throughout the year will receive special commendation.
Regular attendance at school is essential. If you are going to be absent from school your parents/carers are requested to contact the school before 8.50 am that morning.
If you are absent from school and your parent/carer has not contacted the school, they will receive a telephone call or text message on your first day of absence asking for a reason.
If your parent/carer has not provided a valid explanation for your absence then you must bring a note of explanation to your form tutor at registration. This note should include the date, address and parent’s/carer’s signature. If a note is not brought to the fom tutor within 3 days of returning to school a pupil will be placed on after school detention
LATE ARRIVAL
It is very important that you are on time for morning registration and Assemblies. This is when you pray with you class and are given important messages about the day ahead.
You must be in school for 8.50am.
If a student arrives late twice in one month, without a written explanation from a parent/carer, or arrives persistently late to school without an acceptable reason, they will be assigned an after school study.
If you are late, ie after registration closes, report to the office, sign the Late Book and give a note of explanation to the Receptionist, if you have one..
Throughout the day, you must go to each class punctually.
APPOINTMENTS
Pupils are not permitted to leave the school premises during the school day. All medical and dental appointments should, as far as possible, be made outside of school hours.
In the case of an emergency appointment, a parent/carer should contact reception and we will inform your child. Please do not contact your child directly.
Immediately before leaving, pupils should go to reception where a member of the office staff will write your name, time of departure and reason for leaving in the signing out folder.
SIGNING OUT FOLDER
A parent/carer must sign their child out at reception.
When a pupil returns to the school, please write the time of return in the folder.
Students, who are given permission to leave school to attend an appointment, must be collected by a a priority contact on SIMS.
Useful Information
Useful Information
Feeling sick
If you become unwell during the school day, you can ask permission to go and see the School Health Officer. Their office is the Medical Room beside the Assembly Hall.
If they think it necessary, the School Health Officer will ring your parent/carer if you are too unwell to stay in school. You should not contact your parent/carer directly. If the School Health Officer is not available, the Principal or a Vice Principal will give you permission and make arrangements for you to be collected. Before leaving you must sign your name, class, time of leaving and reason for leaving in the book at Reception. Your parent/ carer must also sign you out when they call to collect you.
Communication with your parents
Assessments
At the end of each assessment phase, your parent/carer will receive either a progress statement or report giving details of how you are progressing. Your form tutor will also comment on your conduct, uniform, attendance and punctuality in their written report. Assessment will take different forms, including class tests, homework and end of year examinations.
Parent Teacher Meetings
At the end of February, your parent/carer will have the opportunity to discuss your progress with all your teachers.
Of course, if a problem arises, your parents are encouraged to contact the school at any time.
Free school meals and Uniform Grants
Free school meals and Uniform Grants
Parent/Carers who are currently in receipt of support for the 2026/27 school year will receive a letter highlighting the need to apply for the 2026/27 school year and the process to do so. All parents/carers (including new applicants) will be able to apply online from mid June via the EA website. https://www.eani.org.uk/financial-help/free-school-meals-uniform-grants
It is important for all applicants to read and understand what supporting documentation is required for their application. Information on this can be found on the EA website here https://www.eani.org.uk/financial-help/free-school-meals-uniform-grants
Special Diet
Parents/Carers whose child has a Statement of Special Educational Needs (Stage 3), and requires a special diet, should contact the Meals and Uniform Section for a paper application form if they wish to apply under the special diet criterion.
Help Desk
The Free Schools Meals and Uniform Allowance Helpdesk is operated by staff across the EA Free School Meals/Uniform Allowance service. It is available to assist parents/carers who may have any queries. The Helpdesk operates Monday – Friday from 9am to 4.00pm. The telephone number which should be used for all enquiries is 028 9047 0233.
School Uniform
School Uniform
Pupils must wear:
• School blazer;
• School clip-on tie at all times, including on the journey to and from school;
• Blue school blouse/shirt;
• Plain black leather shoes (trainers are not permitted);
• Options 1, 2 or 3 (below):
OPTION 1 - Navy chequered pleated, knee-length skirt (Worn correctly – not rolled) with navy tights. Navy knee-length socks may be worn in September, May and June (ankle/trainer/sports socks are not permitted);
OPTION 2 - Plain navy pleated, knee-length skirt (Worn correctly – not rolled) with navy tights. Navy knee-length socks may be worn in September, May and June (ankle/trainer/sports socks are not permitted);
OPTION 3 - Plain black trousers (regular-fit, worn correctly so that the hem sits neatly on the shoe; skinny trousers are not permitted). Trousers should be worn with plain black socks (ankle/trainer/sports socks are not permitted).
Pupils may wear:
• School V-neck jumper (Optional item – no other jumper/hooded top to be worn);
• Raincoat over their blazer when travelling to and from school. No other outdoor garments, such as hooded tops, are permitted. Raincoats to be removed at front door;
• Hair accessories should be in keeping with the school uniform.
Make-up: Make-up should not be worn. Pupils should not wear false tan, eye make-up, acrylic/gel nails, nail polish, false eyelashes or eyelash extensions.
Hair Styles: Hair should be clean, neat and tidy. Only natural hair colours are permitted. Speed lines, tracks and other partially shaved styles are not permitted.
Jewellery: One pair of stud earrings, one in each ear lobe (due to health and safety regulations, no hoops or drop earrings permitted). No other facial or body piercings are permitted.
P.E. Uniform and Stockists
P.E. Uniform and Stockists
Pupils should wear:
• School PE jersey;
• Either Option A or B below:
OPTION A - School crested navy shorts and socks;
OPTION B - Navy shorts and socks.
• Trainers, football boots, swimwear and mouth guards to be worn when required;
• Grey crew neck (Aukland) may be worn in colder weather. ‘Skinnies’ may not be worn.
UNIFORM SUPPLIERS
Dapper (formerly Frank McGirr’s), Coalisland
Kelly’s Drapery, Irish St, Dungannon
No 5, Lineside Coalisland
PE kit: Begley’s Sports
MFC Sports (discount flyer below)
www.oneills.com (discount flyer below)
Please ensure your child’s name is clearly marked on all items of uniform, including their PE kit.
O'Neills
O'Neills
Delivery to home within 5-10 working days
https://www.oneills.com/uk_en/shop-by-team/education/schools/st-patricks-academy-dungannon.html
Education Authority Music Tuition (Reminder)
Education Authority Music Tuition (Reminder)
EA Music Tuition
The school will be happy to accommodate additional EA music tuition for any pupil who received lessons at primary school and who wishes to continue with this next year. Please note that the Education Authority will be responsible for the administration this service and all queries should be directed to them.
Private Music Tuition
Mr Owen McNulty (guitar) and Ms Melanie Topley (singing) provide private tuition in school one day per week. Please note that places are limited and that any free slots will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Parents/carers can register their interest for this service when completing the New Pupil Registration Form or by speaking to their music teacher in September.
Locker Rental (2026-2027)
Locker Rental (2026-2027)
The School is able to offer a limited number of Year 8 – 10 pupils the option of renting a locker for the 2026/27 academic year for a non-refundable fee of £10.00. Lockers will be allocated on a first come first served basis, therefore to secure one for your child, payment should be made via iPayimpact. The “Locker Rental 2026/2027” offer is available in your trips and offers account. Once payment has been made, please forward the reply slip below to the Finance and Administration office. If you have any queries or experience any difficulties with iPayimpact, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs J Quinn (School Business Manager).
Year 8 Induction Powerpoint (2026-2027)
Year 8 Induction Powerpoint (2026-2027)
Year 8 Parents - Information 24th June 2026.pdfSchool Holiday (2026-2027)
School Holiday (2026-2027)
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2026-27.pdfPage updated
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