📍 Jerrettspass, Newry

Where Little Ones Learn, Play
& Make Their First Friends

A warm, voluntary-run pre-school playgroup for children aged 3–4, giving every child a joyful, confident start before school.

★★★★★ A trusted part of the Jerrettspass & Newry community for years

🌟 Limited Funded Pre-School Places Available — Don't Miss Out! | Enquire today to secure your child's space

The Playgroup Parents Trust
with Their Little Ones

A caring, community-run setting where every child feels safe, valued and excited to learn.

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Warm & Nurturing Care

Our dedicated staff, led by Lorna Adams, treat every child as an individual — creating a friendly, home-away-from-home atmosphere.

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Learning Through Play

Children enjoy a broad, play-based programme that builds enjoyment, curiosity and social interaction every single day.

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Registered & Trusted

Registered with the Southern Health and Social Care Trust, so parents can drop off with complete peace of mind.

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Additional Needs Support

We proudly welcome and support children with disabilities and additional needs within our small, caring group.

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Breakfast & School Runs

A breakfast service and school/nursery drop-off is available for older children, taking the pressure off busy mornings.

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Small, Community Feel

With just 24 children registered per day, every little one gets the attention and encouragement they deserve.

Everything Your Child Needs
in One Welcoming Place

A voluntary-run pre-school playgroup designed around children aged 3–4.

Pre-School Sessions

Play-Based Programme

Structured sessions filled with stories, creative play and group activities that build confidence.

  • Ages 3 – 4 years
  • Caring, experienced staff
  • Small group of 24 children per day
  • Fun, sociable environment
Extra Support

Breakfast & Drop-Off

A breakfast club and school/nursery drop-off service for older children helps make busy mornings easier.

  • Breakfast service available
  • School/nursery drop-off
  • Support for additional needs
  • Friendly, flexible approach
24
Places Per Day
5★
Google Rating
Ages
3–4
Ideal Age Range
100%
Parents Recommend Us

What Local Parents
Are Saying

Real words from real families who trusted Glenn & Barr with their little ones.

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"My son loves his mornings at Glenn & Barr. The staff know every child by name and he's come on so much with his confidence and speech."
Emma K.
Parent of a 3-year-old
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"A real community playgroup — Lorna and the team made settling in so easy for my daughter. Couldn't recommend it more to local parents."
Ryan D.
Parent of a 4-year-old
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"The breakfast club and drop-off has been a lifesaver for our mornings, and my child is always excited to go in. Brilliant, caring team."
Claire H.
Parent of a 3-year-old
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Child a Place

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Phone 028 3082 1677
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Address 26 School Road, Jerrettspass, Newry, Co Down, BT34 1SX
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Sessions Term-time mornings, Mon – Fri
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Playgroup Leader Lorna Adams
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