Silverstream Primary School, CARRICKFERGUS
Silverstream Primary School is a primary school for pupils in Carrickfergus.
Data last updated 18 Oct 2026
Silverstream Primary School in detail
School in Northern Ireland
Silverstream Primary School is a controlled school in Northern Ireland, where schools are inspected by the Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) rather than Ofsted.
137 pupils are enrolled, 45% are entitled to free school meals and 12% are newcomer pupils.
23 pupils (17% of those enrolled) are on the special educational needs register at stages 1 to 3 of the Code of Practice, 10 of them with a statement.
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other state primary schools to Silverstream Primary School are Greenisland Primary School (0.6 miles), Whiteabbey Primary School (1.4 miles), Hollybank Primary School (1.7 miles) and St James' Primary School and Nursery Unit (1.9 miles).
Greenisland Primary SchoolWhiteabbey Primary SchoolHollybank Primary SchoolSt James' Primary School and Nursery Unit
Getting there
There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Silverstream Primary School.
9 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Knockleigh Drive, 270 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 Silverstream 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 Silverstream Primary School
Getting There
Bus Stops
Commute and house prices
Special educational needs
23
Pupils on the SEN register (stages 1 to 3)
16.8%
of pupils enrolled
10
With a statement (stage 3)
13
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
Silverstream Primary School
Questions parents ask about Silverstream Primary School
When was Silverstream Primary School last inspected?
The Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) last published an inspection report on Silverstream Primary School in January 2025.
How are places allocated at Silverstream Primary School?
Northern Ireland does not use catchment areas. Places at Silverstream 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 Silverstream Primary School?
Apply through the Education Authority's online admissions system, naming Silverstream Primary School. Applications usually open in January, and post-primary places may depend on an entrance assessment taken in the previous autumn.
Where is Silverstream Primary School?
Silverstream Primary School is at MOYARD GARDENS, GREENISLAND, CARRICKFERGUS, ANTRIM, BT38 8XD.