What a day! On Monday, 15th June 2026, the school field came alive for Sports Day. After weeks of anticipation & rain, the weatherman delivered the absolute perfect conditions—not too hot, not too cold, beautifully dry, and ideal for a day of non-stop activity. 8 Stations of Pure Fun A massive shout-out goes to our fantastic 5th class teacher and her creative pupils, who completely outdid themselves this year. They devised and ran 8 brilliant action-packed stations that kept

What a way to wrap up the year! The annual School Soccer League is always a highlight of the summer term, and this year’s tournament was absolutely no exception. Every year, this league brings our whole school community together, creating memories that our pupils will cherish long after they leave. It is an incredible team effort across the board: The Players: Our energetic 2nd, 3rd, and 4th class pupils gave it their absolute all on the pitch. The Managers: Our responsible 6

What a year of thinking outside the box! Behind the doors of the 3rd class classrooms, some serious magic has been happening. Throughout the year, our brilliant students have plunged headfirst into the world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths), proving that learning is at its best when it's hands-on, collaborative, and incredibly fun. Here’s a look at how 3rd class mastered the art of critical thinking this year: 🤖 High-Tech Builders: LEGO & Chromebooks A h

What a day! Our 3rd class school tour to Wildlands in Moycullen was an absolute triumph. From the moment we boarded the bus to the second we pulled back into the school gates, the energy was electric, the laughter was non-stop, and a truly great day was had by all. Here are the highlights from our epic day out: The Net... Park... PERFECTION! 🕸️ The absolute crown jewel of the day was the Net Park. The kids loved the net park, it was a massive hit, full of high-flying flips a

What a day we had on our 4th Class school tour! We headed off to the Achill Outdoor Education Centre for a jam-packed morning of adventure. The children had an absolute blast out on the water, trying their hand at kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding—and of course, the absolute highlight was getting to jump right into the water! Once we dried off, the fun continued on dry land with some thrilling wall climbing and archery. Next up, we visited the fantastic Achill Aquarium and

Our school hall was filled with warmth, nostalgia, and a fair share of tea and treats on Friday, June 5th, as our brilliant 2nd class hosted a spectacular Grandparents Day celebration. It was the culmination of weeks of hard work, curiosity, and bridging the gap between generations. The Grandparents Project: Learning From the Experts Before the big day, the 2nd class students turned into mini-historians. Each child undertook a special Grandparents Project, interviewing their

A huge congratulations to our 5th and 6th class girls who were victorious in the Cumann na mBunscol finals held in McHale Park!! Playing against excellent opponents from Barnacarroll, they worked as a team to come away with the win!! We are SO proud!! Well done girls!!

2nd class had the BEST day on their school tour to Westport Adventure park!! The children had such fun in the net park, the climbing walls and the slides!! We can't wait to go back again!!

On Monday last, the 5th and 6th class girls Gaelic team took part in the semi final of Cumann na mBunscoil in McHale park! They were up against excellent opponents from Westport but played tremendously and came away with the win! They will take part next Wednesday in the final. We wish them the very best of luck!

The wait is finally over, football fans! The boots are polished, the jerseys are washed, and the excitement is through the roof because the School Soccer League is officially starting this week! We have 8 fantastic teams ready to battle it out on the pitch for the ultimate bragging rights. The rivalries are ready, the tactics are locked in, and the trophy is waiting. Who will take it home this year? 🔥 Meet the Contenders Take a look at our gallery below to see the fresh face

We were thrilled to welcome the amazing Rosie O'Regan from PAWS (Primary Aquatics Water Safety )to talk to all our classes about the vital importance of staying safe around water. Rosie ran brilliant, interactive workshops with different groups throughout the day. Highlights included the hands-on demonstrations—especially learning how to properly use and throw a lifebuoy! The kids loved getting involved, and it was a fantastic, practical way to learn lifesaving skills. 🛑 Re

Smiles all round as our communicants visit Knock in preparation for their First Holy Communion in the coming weeks.

Over the Easter break, our pupils were busy as ever—just not in the classroom! From swimming and boxing to badminton, Community Games art and writing (and plenty more in between), it’s been fantastic to see so many students getting involved, achieving great success along the way. Well done to everyone who took part and represented themselves so brilliantly—we love seeing all your talents shine beyond the classroom!

Our 3rd to 6th class pupils wrapped up the term in style with a fun and fast-paced table quiz! There was great excitement (and a healthy bit of competition!) as teams put their knowledge to the test across a range of topics. Well done to all who took part—and congratulations to our winning teams! 🎉 Wishing everyone a happy and relaxing Easter break!

Our school community came together to celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge in a truly joyful and vibrant way. Pupils took to the stage to showcase their talents in front of a delighted audience of fellow students, teachers, SNAs and helpers. We were treated to a wonderful variety of performances, including Amhráin, Rincí, Dánta, ag seinm uirlisí ceoil, Rapanna srl. The confidence and enthusiasm on display were fantastic, and the children thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to perfor

Our 4th class room has been transformed into a mini-construction site! Over the last few weeks, the children have been working hard to recreate our local area in both 2D and 3D. It wasn't always easy! We had a massive "lightbulb moment" when we realised that looking at a map from a birds-eye view changed everything. We've loved working with Maureen O'Neill who has helped us learn so much about the creative process. She showed us how to turn our ideas into reality, teaching us

We’re incredibly proud of our pupil who represented the school at a showjumping competition in Galway last weekend. Well done on a great achievement — we’re delighted for you & delighted to celebrate your success!

Our pupils from 3rd - 6th class had a visit from our local Community Gardaí who spoke to them about the importance of staying safe online. In a world where screens are everywhere, it’s crucial that children know how to navigate the digital world responsibly. Key Takeaways from the Talk: ✅ Device Free Bedrooms - Keep devices that can connect to the internet out of our bedrooms. We should always have adult supervision when using our devices. ✅ Stranger Danger Exists Online Too

There was great excitement this week as 2nd Class teamed up with 6th Class to create colourful bird feeders from recycled milk cartons. After learning about common garden birds and how to care for wildlife, the children got to work designing and painting their feeders using bright acrylic paints. With wonderful help and guidance from 6th Class, the cartons were carefully cut, decorated and finished with string so they can be hung outdoors. It was fantastic to see such teamwor

Well done and congratulations to our U11 & U13 teams who took part in the Credit Union Quiz on the 7th of February in A.T.U Castlebar! 🎉 Our pupils took part in the quiz, answering a range of questions across topics such as general knowledge, history and science. They worked well as a team and approached the challenge with focus and determination. Events like this support the development of academic skills while also encouraging confidence and teamwork. 👏 Bring on next yea