Dec 4, 2020 | Active Flag, General News, Sixth Class News, Sports Partnership
We are taking part in an exciting new project of the Olympic Federation of Ireland called ‘Dare to Believe.’ On Wednesday December 2nd, both classes took part in a zoom call with the talented Gráinne Walsh. Gráinne is an aspiring Olympian and a fantastic boxer. She...
Jun 21, 2019 | Active Flag, General News, School Curriculum, Third Class News
Third and fourth class took advantage of the fine weather and did a scavenger hunt in the Demesne. They worked in teams walking around the park figuring out and completing their questionnaire as well as identifying some amazing aspects in nature which we were able to...
Jun 21, 2019 | Active Flag, General News, School Curriculum, Third Class News
During April we focused on doing Athletics with all pupils. Third class took advantage of the fine weather during and got out on the yard to participate in athletics. The emphasis is very much placed on fun and enjoyment and the children learn multiple techniques in a...
Jun 21, 2019 | Active Flag, General News, School Curriculum, Second Class News
For the month of June Second Class enjoyed exploring the outdoor and adventure stand. Second Class were given a series of maps and the girls had to find their way around the cones in pairs. We also had lots of fun doing a ‘I spy scavenger hunt’...
Jun 20, 2019 | Active Flag, Active Week, Fifth Class News, Fourth Class News, General News, Sixth Class News, Sport, Third Class News
On the Tuesday of active week we organised a basketball blitz in the local community center. The girls had been practicing their skills for weeks and students from 3rd to 6th competed in a friendly blitz. Thanks to Noel O’ Connor for refereeing the matches....
May 23, 2019 | Active Flag, General News, Physical Activities, Second Class News
Second Class focused on Athletics in PE for the month of April with the Fundamental Movement Skill being running. We learned basic running techniques and we enjoyed running games and taking part in team relays!
