St Patrick's Primary School, Ardboe, Dungannon
TAKE5 WEEK The Take5 Steps to Wellbeing week Monday 27th of April to Friday 1st May is aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of everyone connected to the school.  Miss Heron our Take5 coordinator has been working hard to develop awareness of  C.L.A.N.G.   Connected,  Learning,  Active,  take Notice and  Give, in our school. Each Day of the Take5 Week will have a specific focus on one of the five key themes. [Open Image]
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💦 "Sustainability Starts Here: 🌍 Using Our School Water Butt"

22nd Feb 2026

Using Our Water Butt

The children are really enjoying using the water butt, which is placed perfectly just outside the polytunnel. They love collecting the rainwater and using it to water the plants. This helps us cut down on water waste and teaches the children how important it is to save and reuse water.

Using a water butt is also great for learning. It helps children understand where water comes from, why it should not be wasted, and how small actions can help the environment. It also gives them a sense of responsibility as they care for the plants using the water they have collected.

Our pupils are proud to do their part in looking after our school grounds and our planet