Active Schools

Written by admin on December 17th, 2019December 20th, 2019.

Take a look at our new video showcasing some of the activities we have been getting up to this term.

To find out more about what we’re doing click here.

Public Health Notice-Influenza and Winter Vomiting Bug

Written by admin on December 16th, 2019December 18th, 2019.

Over the last couple of weeks there has been an increase in children presenting with cold and flu type symptoms as well as tummy bugs.

We received a letter from the HSE today outlining best practice in relation to Influenza and the Winter Vomiting Bug. You can read it here.

Also, take a look at this diagram below for further guidance.

Children’s Christmas Party

Written by admin on December 16th, 2019.

Our wonderful Parents’ Council organised the children’s Christmas Party once again this year. Santa Claus paid a visit and had a present for everyone. We’re all getting into the Christmas spirit after today’s party. Thanks to our Parents’ Council for working so hard and having everything ready for today.

Primary Language Curriculum

Written by admin on November 27th, 2019.

The school will be closed on Wednesday 4th December to facilitate a training day for teachers on the new Primary Language Curriculum. (PLC) All pupils received an information sheet for parents on the PLC today. More information is available here.

Sportshall Athletics

Written by admin on November 27th, 2019November 27th, 2019.

3rd to 6th Classes had a very active and enjoyable day on Thursday 21st November at the Sportshall Athletics Competition which took place in Mucklagh Community Centre. The event was organised by Offaly Sports Partnership. Thanks to Eamon Henry and his team for such an enjoyable day.

Food Dudes

Written by admin on November 27th, 2019.

All classes are taking part in the Food Dudes initiative. You can learn more about it here.

Christmas Shoe Box Appeal

Written by admin on November 13th, 2019.

Once again this year there was a really enthusiastic response to the Christmas Shoebox Appeal. All the boxes were collected this week and we know they will make some children very happy this Christmas. Well done to all the children and parents who took part!

Science Week Fun

Written by admin on November 13th, 2019November 13th, 2019.

5th and 6th Classes had lots of fun creating and working on a variety of science experiments. They learned about central fugal forces, weight distribution, static electricity, surface tension and much more. It was an enjoyable way to mark Science Week 2019.

Hallowe’en Fun!

Written by admin on October 25th, 2019.

We had lots of fun for Hallowe’en. A special well done to the children who made their own costumes from recyclables on the theme of “Climate Change Horror”.