Meet the Staff of Ballynahinch Primary School & Nursery Unit

At Ballynahinch Primary School, we believe that the strength of our school lies in the passion, dedication, and expertise of our team. Our staff members are more than educators—they are mentors, role models, and champions of pupil success. Together, they create a nurturing and dynamic learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

On this page, you’ll meet the remarkable individuals who make our school a special place to learn and grow. From our experienced teachers to our supportive administrative staff, each member plays a vital role in shaping the future of our pupils.

Teaching Staff

Mr. Anderson

Principal

Mrs. McGivern

Vice Principal

P3

Mathematics & Numeracy 

Mrs McCracken

Nursery Teacher

The World Around Us 

Mrs. Mills

P1 

Miss Tate

P2

SENCO

Shared Education 

Mrs. Mitchell

P4

Deputy Designated Teacher 

The Arts

Mrs. Blakely

P5

Mrs. Kirkland

P6

PE

Mrs Irwin

P7

Literacy

Mrs Armstrong

Learning Support 

Designated Teacher

Classroom Assistants

Mrs Thompson 

Mrs Robinson 

Mrs Millar

Miss Smyth

Mrs Stuart

Miss Hunter

Miss Monteith

Miss Dalzell

Mrs Welsh

Mrs Gibson 

Miss McKernan 

Mrs Barrera

Mrs Westhead

Mrs McKee

Mrs Maye

Mrs Lyttle

Mrs Smythe

Mrs. Keegan

Miss McNamara

Mrs Harrison

Auxiliary Staff

Mrs. McEwen - Executive Officer

Mr. Robinson - Building Supervisor

Mrs Harrison - Cleaning Staff

Mrs. Houston - Cleaning staff

Mrs Murray - School Cook

Mrs Casement - Canteen Staff

Mrs Barr - Canteen Staff

Board of Governors

Mr Corbett - Chairman

Rev. S Woodburn

Mr G Farquhar

Mrs K McAdam

Mr T Wallace

Mrs A Mack

Rev A Williams

Mrs H McConnell

Mrs L  McGivern

Mr Anderson - Secretary