Archive

21 Feb

Cycling: 5th Class

Today, our 5th class students commenced the cycling course “Cycle Right” with cycling instructor Donal Jacob. Topics that will be covered over the next 6 weeks include: safe equipment rules of the road starting and stopping positioning shoulder checking turning left and right overtaking manoeuvres The sessions will take place in the school yard on […]

14 Feb

Grandparents’ Day 2024

We were delighted to welcome so many grandparents to the school on Wednesday 24th January. Following some class performances in the hall, the grandparents were invited to visit the classrooms of their grandchildren, where they were also presented with a beautiful commemorative scroll. Ms Russell’s 6th class girls acted as school guides on the day […]

14 Feb

Pancake Tuesday 2024

22 Dec

Local S.E.S.E “Dolphin Watch 2023” and Winterval

Dolphin watch 2023: Word came through that dolphins were in the river down by Edmund Rice Bridge. Classes went in search. They headed down Bridge Street and took up position on the Quay. The girls were delighted when they spotted the dolphins and returned to school excited after the adventure Also during the month of […]

22 Dec

Ukrainian and Brazilian Food Christmas Celebrations

To celebrate the variety of Christmas traditions from around the world, Ms Barry and Ms Pettit (EAL teachers) brought together pupils from countries such as Ukraine, Brazil, India and more. The girls sampled treats from other countries. From Ukraine they enjoyed ‘Roshen’ chocolates and Zefir (marshmallow treats). From Brazil, they enjoyed Guaraana Antarctica drink, Pacoca […]

22 Dec

Junior Achievement in 3rd Class

Junior Achievement Ireland Mrs. Kinsella and Ms. Kennedy’s 3rd class were chosen to participate in Junior Achievement Ireland this term. An employee from West, Ms. Lorna Cotterell (also known as Heidi-Mae’s Mam), facilitated the course over the duration of six weeks. The objective was caring for our planet and sustainability. Each session delved into a […]

21 Dec

6th Class Show and School Christmas Disco

Fun and games were had in the hall. – The 6th school girls were split into three groups, with some girls from each 6th class, and led by a 6th class teacher. Each group performed on stage in front of the school. Well done girls. – Disco: All girls from 3rd to 6th danced away […]

21 Dec

Carol Service 2023

A beautiful Carol Service was held today in the school. The whole school was present and together we watched and listened to the Christmas story, The Nativity. The Nativity involved Ms Duggan’s 6th class girls, along with readers and singers from across the school. The music was led by Mrs O’Carroll and Ms Mannion and […]

8 Dec

Christmas Baking with Gemma Day 2

Mrs O’Carroll’s 4th Class

7 Dec

E.A.L. Reading Exchange

EAL (English as an additional language) students have been taking part in a reading exchange with dual language books. Thanks to Ms Barry and Ms Pettit for organising this for the girls. It is a joint venture with the Holy Family Junior School.