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Ards and North Down has 12 faith schoolsspanning multiple denominations. Many have specific admissions criteria relating to church attendance or religious practice — check each school's profile for detailed faith requirements.
There are 12 faith schools in Ards and North Down, spanning a range of denominations and traditions.
Catholic schools typically request a baptism certificate and a priest’s reference. Typical patterns only — always check individual school admissions policies.
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