Rathmore Primary School

📢 Children with a statement of special educational needs who need a special diet may be entitled to Free School Meals support.

Apply now on EA Connect: https://connect.eani.org.uk/parent/login

The Free School Meals and Uniform helpdesk can also be contacted on 028 9047 0233, Monday to Friday, from 9am to 4pm.

There is lot of information and guidance available at www.eani.org.uk/fsm

📢 The new school term starts soon!

Have you checked whether you are eligible for Free School Meals and Uniform Allowance?

The EA website has lots of useful information on eligibility and how to make an application.

You can apply through EA Connect https://connect.eani.org.uk/parent/

If you are in receipt of one of the following, you will need to upload a Proof of Benefit letter when applying for Free School Meals and Uniform Allowance for the 2026/27 academic year:

➡️ Income Related Employment and Support Allowance
➡️ Guarantee Element of State Pension Credit

You can request a Proof of Benefit letter online: https://t.co/vhcVyDRoi5 (It will take at least five days to be sent to you)

If you receive Universal Credit, you do not need the Proof of Benefit Letter. However, you will need to upload evidence of your Universal Credit entitlement when you apply.

More information on eligibility and supporting documentation can be found at www.eani.org.uk/fsm

📢 Applications for Free School Meals and Uniform Allowance should be submitted before Friday 31 July to guarantee your application is processed for the start of the new school year.

Apply now on EA Connect: https://connect.eani.org.uk/parent/login

Ensure you have completed everything correctly and submitted all relevant supporting documentation.

For more information, please see EA’s website: https://eani.org.uk/financial-help/free-school-meals-uniform-grants

Thank you for your continued support and encouragement throughout the year!

We hope you all have a safe, happy and relaxing summer break and we look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Wednesday 26th August. 😎🔆

📢 Applications for Free School Meals and Uniform Allowance should be submitted before Friday 31 July to guarantee they are processed for the start of the new school year.

Apply now on EA Connect: https://connect.eani.org.uk/parent/login

Ensure you have completed everything correctly and submitted all relevant supporting documentation.

For more information see the EA website: https://eani.org.uk/financial-help/free-school-meals-uniform-grants

A huge thank you to Bangor Academy and Sixth Form College for welcoming us to their P7 Taster Day. 😀

We thoroughly enjoyed getting a glimpse of secondary school life and learning more about what the future holds. The children had a wonderful day and were delighted to bring home lots of special keepsakes. It was a fantastic experience and an exciting opportunity to explore the next stage of their learning journey.

Article 28. The right to education.

📢 If you are in receipt of one of the following, you will need to upload a Proof of Benefit letter when applying for Free School Meals and Uniform Allowance for the 2026/27 academic year:

➡️ Income Related Employment and Support Allowance
➡️ Guarantee Element of State Pension Credit

You can request a Proof of Benefit letter now: https://t.co/vhcVyDRoi5 (It will take at least five days to be sent to you)

If you receive Universal Credit, you do not need the Proof of Benefit Letter. However, you will need to upload evidence of your Universal Credit entitlement when you apply.

More information on eligibility and supporting documentation can be found at www.eani.org.uk/fsm

Yesterday, our whole school came together in their houses to celebrate all the wonderful achievements across the year. A lovely way to finish on a high! 🏆

We are so proud of the positive example our P7 House Captains set this year and we thank them for their hard work, leadership and dedication. 👏 We wish them every success as they move on to their next chapter.

We also look forward to welcoming our new House Captains next year, who will take on this important role and continue to lead our school with enthusiasm and pride. 😊

Article 12. Every child has the right to express their views, be listened to and take part in decisions that affect them. Our House Captains play a key role in representing pupil voice across the school.

🎻 Bravo to our final Primary 3 violin group! 🎻

Last week, the last group of our Primary 3 children celebrated the end of six weeks of whole-class Pathways violin lessons with a fantastic final performance. Throughout the year, our P3 pupils have taken part in these sessions in groups, enjoying the opportunity to learn a new instrument and develop their musical skills.

Well done to everyone who took part and a huge thank you to the EA Music Service for providing this enriching experience for our children.

Article 31. Every child has the right to relax, play and participate in cultural and artistic activities.