The close-knit community at Drummartin Primary School will gather to will bid a fond farewell as their school bell rings for the last time.
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The school will celebrate its 141 years this weekend.
In 2011, the school had 13 students, which dwindled to just 11 two years later.
The school boasts an honour wall, listing the names of staff and student at the school since its opening in 1874.
The wall was seen as a reminder of the school’s past and the strong ties it still holds with the community today.
The school provided an education for many youngsters from the land and stood by its motto until the end: “Proud of our past...sowing the seeds of our future.”
At a farewell afternoon tea this Sunday, community members will gather to celebrate the school’s achievements.
The oldest surviving student, 97-year-old Anne Fiedler, will be there to shed light on her memories of the humble school from 1929.
The celebration will take place on Sunday, October 11, from 2pm to 5pm.
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