Abercorn Primary School, BANBRIDGE
Abercorn Primary School is a primary school for pupils in Banbridge.
Data last updated 18 Oct 2026
Abercorn Primary School in detail
School in Northern Ireland
Abercorn Primary School is a controlled school in Northern Ireland, where schools are inspected by the Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) rather than Ofsted.
262 pupils are enrolled, 29% are entitled to free school meals, 4% are Catholic and 54% Protestant and 7% are newcomer pupils.
25 pupils (10% of those enrolled) are on the special educational needs register at stages 1 to 3 of the Code of Practice, 16 of them with a statement.
Abercorn Primary School in its own words
From the headteacher's welcome: "At Abercorn we believe that a strong focus on Pastoral Care ensures pupils feel cared for, valued and nurtured. Accordingly this enables our children to reach their full potential."
Clubs and activities named on the school's website include football, netball, rugby, hockey, gymnastics, dance, choir, coding, STEM and gardening.
The school runs after-school care.
Headteacher's welcome (school website)Clubs (school website)Wraparound care (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other state primary schools to Abercorn Primary School are Bridge Integrated Primary School (0.4 miles), St Mary's Primary School (0.5 miles), Edenderry Primary School (0.8 miles) and Ballydown Primary School (1.7 miles).
Bridge Integrated Primary SchoolSt Mary's Primary SchoolEdenderry Primary SchoolBallydown Primary School
Getting there
There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Abercorn Primary School.
8 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Downshire, 110 metres away.
Secondary schools nearby
The secondary schools closest to Abercorn Primary School are Banbridge High School (0.1 miles), St Patrick's College (0.5 miles) and Banbridge Academy (0.9 miles).
Sources: Department of Education (NI) school data; NaPTAN (Department for Transport)
Key Information
Department of Education (NI)Inspection
The Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) last published an inspection report on Abercorn Primary School in September 2026.
Source: Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI), Northern Ireland.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Special Measures
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Getting There
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Special educational needs
25
Pupils on the SEN register (stages 1 to 3)
9.5%
of pupils enrolled
16
With a statement (stage 3)
9
At stages 1 to 2
From the Department of Education (NI) school census. The department does not publish very small counts, which show here as "Not published".
Secondary Schools Nearby
Secondary schools pupils are likely to move to
Abercorn Primary School
Questions parents ask about Abercorn Primary School
When was Abercorn Primary School last inspected?
The Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) last published an inspection report on Abercorn Primary School in September 2026.
How are places allocated at Abercorn Primary School?
Northern Ireland does not use catchment areas. Places at Abercorn Primary School are allocated on the school's published admissions criteria through the Education Authority's transfer process, and post-primary schools may use an entrance assessment.
How do I apply to Abercorn Primary School?
Apply through the Education Authority's online admissions system, naming Abercorn Primary School. Applications usually open in January, and post-primary places may depend on an entrance assessment taken in the previous autumn.
Where is Abercorn Primary School?
Abercorn Primary School is at NEWRY ROAD, BANBRIDGE, DOWN, BT32 3HR.