There was huge excitement at the news that RTÉ had approached the school to film their promo commercial for the Late Late Toy Show. Speer Productions arrived early to set up their cameras and lights. 20 girls had been chosen by lottery to partake as extras in the filming along with other children from outside the school. Look at the ‘behind the scenes’ photos from the day along with a very special announcement from the host himself, Patrick Kielty.
For the first time in living memory, there was not one but two dress up days in the days leading to the midterm break! On Thursday, the girls wore their Halloween costumes and on Friday they wore their themed costumes for our fundraiser calendar. Everyone was amazed at the original and realistic array of costumes that came through the doors both days. The different classes had loads of fun playing traditional Halloween games (some with a modern twist!) and learning …
Well-being Week was marked again this year in October. This is an important week the whole school participates in. The lessons taught during this week are continued throughout the year at school and at home. Look at some of the highlights in the video below
The quiet classrooms and corridors were once again filled with laughter and learning as we welcomed back the girls for September. We were equally delighted to welcome all newcomers to our school including the large cohort of Junior Infants. As we have been settling back into the daily routines of school life, have a look below at what has already been a busy September! Getting to Know You In September, teachers and pupils get to know each other and express …
We were delighted to host the Brendan Martin Cup on Friday. This cup is given to the winners of the Ladies All-Ireland Gaelic Football Final. This year, Dublin beat Kerry and all the girls were delighted to be able to celebrate this win at our own school. This visit was made extra special as one of our former students and All Ireland champion, Jodi Egan, came with the cup. The hall was decorated in everything blue and navy and the …
The Blue Star Programme teaches primary school pupils about European cultures and the EU through creative activities and projects which complement the national primary curriculum. The idea is to foster better understanding and knowledge of Europe and how it affects the lives of Irish citizens among Irish primary pupils in a curriculum friendly manner. As part of the programme, Frances Fitzgerald MEP and Barry Andrews MEP visited the school on Garden Day with Senator Barry Ward. The flag of Europe …
The school opened its doors and garden to parents, grandparents, former pupils and other welcomed guests for our annual Garden Day. The orchestra entranced the crowd with their music and everybody was enthralled and delighted with the choirs beautiful singing. The 6th classes gave wonderful tours of the school garden leaving all guests with a plethora of information and garden facts. The stall were as popular as ever and the lovely cakes baked by pupils and their families were all …
Have a look at some photos at how different classes got ready for Easter and celebrated the welcome signs of spring. Artwork & Projects Look at the various artwork and projects various classes did during Term 2: The Third Classes studied life in Ancient Rome They also had a visit from engineers during Engineering Week and made aqueducts like those in Ancient Rome. Here are some other wonderful class activities:
Graffiti Classics made a very welcome return to our school on Tuesday. This quartet play classical music with a twist. The girls had a wonderful time and great fun during the performance. A special thank you must be extended to Charlotte, Alison, Annabelle, Susannah, Lucy and Safra in the 4th classes for their fundraising efforts at the Christmas Fun Day. The money they raised was used for this special performance which the whole school thoroughly enjoyed.
Bhain gach éinne sult as Seachtain na Gaeilge. Bhí spraoi ag na cailíní agus na múinteoirí gach lá. Bhí Gaeilge á labhairt timpeall na scoile agus bhí cultúr na Gaeilge á fhoghlaim agus á cheiliúradh freisin. Míle buíochas don Coiste Gaeilge a d’eagraigh an tseachtain ar fad. Bosca Lóin Ghaelach Léigh na ranganna shinsireacha scéalta as Gaeilge do na ranganna shóisearacha. Bhain gach éinne taitneamh as. Lá Glas Céilí Ceolchoirm
