Jay Beatty's first day at new school
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Lurgan Bhoy and Celtic superfan Jay Beatty just finished his first day at secondary school - St Ronan's College.
Jay, who is aged 12, finished Tannaghmore Primary School just two months ago and this morning went to the newly formed St Ronan’s College.
Known worldwide as a super Celtic fan, Jay has Downs Syndrome and hit the headlines thanks to a friendship formed with ex-Hoops striker Georgios Samaras.
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Hide AdHis mum Aine, who with Jay’s dad Martin set up the charity Downs and Proud, said Jay had a great first day at school.
Jay has had a busy year meeting top celebrities including Paulo Nutini and representing Celtic as an ambassador.