Drumhillery Primary School, ARMAGH
Drumhillery Primary School is a primary school for pupils in Armagh.
Data last updated 18 Oct 2026
Drumhillery Primary School in detail
School in Northern Ireland
Drumhillery Primary School is a controlled school in Northern Ireland, where schools are inspected by the Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) rather than Ofsted.
68 pupils are enrolled.
7 pupils (10% of those enrolled) are on the special educational needs register at stages 1 to 3 of the Code of Practice.
Drumhillery Primary School in its own words
In its own words: "• celebrate their self-worth and realize their abilities, achievements, strengths and personal preferences • achieve their full potential in all curriculum areas, embracing opportunities and developing skills necessary for an ever-changing world. We believe that each child will succeed and experience quality learning through:"
The school runs after-school care, from £3 per day.
Vision and values (school website)Wraparound care (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other state primary schools to Drumhillery Primary School are St Joseph's Primary School (2.2 miles), St Johns Primary School (2.4 miles), Our Lady's and St Mochua's Primary School (2.7 miles) and St Francis of Assisi Primary School (3.4 miles).
St Joseph's Primary SchoolSt Johns Primary SchoolOur Lady's and St Mochua's Primary SchoolSt Francis of Assisi Primary School
Getting there
There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Drumhillery Primary School.
2 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Drumhillery Church, 60 metres away.
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 Drumhillery Primary School in January 2025.
Source: Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI), Northern Ireland.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Special Measures
Keep up with Drumhillery Primary School
Getting There
Bus Stops
Commute and house prices
Special educational needs
7
Pupils on the SEN register (stages 1 to 3)
10.3%
of pupils enrolled
Not published
With a statement (stage 3)
Not published
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".
Questions parents ask about Drumhillery Primary School
When was Drumhillery Primary School last inspected?
The Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) last published an inspection report on Drumhillery Primary School in January 2025.
How are places allocated at Drumhillery Primary School?
Northern Ireland does not use catchment areas. Places at Drumhillery 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 Drumhillery Primary School?
Apply through the Education Authority's online admissions system, naming Drumhillery Primary School. Applications usually open in January, and post-primary places may depend on an entrance assessment taken in the previous autumn.
Where is Drumhillery Primary School?
Drumhillery Primary School is at 58 DRUMHILLERY ROAD, MIDDLETOWN, ARMAGH, ARMAGH, BT60 3QB.