Mission statement

Our vision in Matt Talbot Nursery School is to;

Create a happy, safe community where everyone is valued, respected, and inspired to grow and learn at their own pace.

"HAPPY AT PLAY, LEARNING ALL DAY"

Welcome to our school website.

Our school is a happy and friendly place where children are happy to play and learn all day. A small oasis located in New Barnsley, West Belfast we strive to create a stimulating learning experience and establish supportive relationships with parents. Enjoy browsing our new website and contact us with any further questions.

Yours faithfully

Carole McStravick

Principal of Matt Talbot Nursery School

OUTSTANDING ETI Inspection May 2013

Latest News

Play Therapy

22nd Apr 2026

We have been enjoying our play therapy sessions lately in Matt Talbot Nursery School....

Happy Easter

5th Apr 2026

We enjoyed our Easter activities this month. We learned new spring and Easter songs...

Easter Hunt at John Paul II

1st Apr 2026

We had so much fun visiting John Paul II to take part in a special Easter Egg Hunt. ...

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Upcoming Events...

Tuesday, 19th May 2026
Karen Diamond (Music Therapy)
Wednesday, 20th May 2026
Make A Sound (Music and Movement Session)
Thursday, 21st May 2026
Trip to Lady Dixon Park (Packed Lunch Provided)
Friday, 22nd May 2026
Belfast City Play Worker (Outer Space Sensory Experience)
Mini's Music (Action Rhymes and Fun)
Monday, 25th May 2026
May Half-Term Break (School Closed)
Tuesday, 26th May 2026
May Half-Term Break (School Closed)
Wednesday, 27th May 2026
May Half-Term Break (School Closed)
Thursday, 28th May 2026
May Half-Term Break (School Closed)
Friday, 29th May 2026
May Half-Term Break (School Closed)
Tuesday, 2nd June 2026
Karen Diamond (Music Therapy)
Wednesday, 3rd June 2026
Make A Sound (Music and Movement Session)
Thursday, 4th June 2026
Mini Mindful Explorers
Friday, 5th June 2026
Sport's Day with Jemma 'Make A Sound' (9.30am - 11am)
Tuesday, 9th June 2026
Karen Diamond (Music Therapy)
Wednesday, 10th June 2026
Make A Sound (Music and Movement Session)
Tuesday, 16th June 2026
Karen Diamond (Music Therapy)
Thursday, 18th June 2026
Mini's Music (Action Rhymes and Fun)

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