Category: 1.- School Blog

Our first activity as part of Active Week was volley ball with Daniella. We were delighted to welcome Daniella back again. All pupils got a chance to practise their skills again and at the end of the day the whole school took part in a volley ball tournament. A big thank you to Daniella, a great day was had by all.

On May 28th pupils took part in Cork City Sports in MTU. Children from each class represented the school in sprint races along with u11 and u13 relay. Well done to all pupils who preformed exceptionally well on the day.

Our 5th class pupils recently took part in the Cycle Right programme which was delivered by Cycle Sense from Skibbereen. Over the course of four two-hour sessions, the children developed and practised a range of cycling skills enabling them to become proficient cyclists. They learned how to use the correct hand signals, turn right and left safely and how to be aware of traffic and other hazards while cycling on the roads. They put these skills into practice in their last session when they ventured onto the local roads for a cycle in the locality under the guidance of instructors Kate and Max. It was a very valuable experience and enjoyed immensely by the children. The children also received a certificate of completion at the end of the course. Super cycling Rang a 5!

Our 5th class pupils recently took part in the Say Yes to Languages programme. This programme is a Department of Education initiative to introduce a modern foreign language to senior classes. The children engaged in a series of lessons in Spanish, learning basic greetings, vocabulary, everyday phrases and also learned how to speak about themselves in another language. By the end of the programme, our pupils were able to write a text about themselves in Spanish. 

We were delighted to take part in the recent Stand for Féile Jersey Day. A huge thank you to everyone who supported such a great cause.

Our 6th class were recently invited to visit Clonakilty Agricultural College in Darrara. The children were taken on a tour and got to see the animals, machinery and farm buildings. The children were treated to some flavoured milk and some treats. A big thank you to all the staff for inviting us and looking after us so well.

After our trip to Darrara we visited the Michael Collins Centre and museum. The children were shown artefacts associated with the 1916 Rebellion, The Civil War and The War of Independence. A big thank you to Tim and Delores for showing 6th class around.

We held a Lá Glas as part of our Seachtain na Gaeilge celebrations. On Monday March 16th all children were invited to wear green. We held a céilí and every class preformed a song or poem they has learned during Seachtain na Gaeilge. A big thank you to Mr. Collins for playing his accordion for the céilí.

We also enjoyed a tráth na gceist. Thank you to Ms. Roberts who acted as Quiz Master.

We recently attended the Féile Ficheall chess tournament for primary schools. Children from 3rd to 6th class took part. Each child played 6 games during the day, which was a great opportunity to practise what they has been learning in school. A big thank you to Mr. Jennings for preparing the children.

To celebrate World Book Day we are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair in our school this week. All pupils got an opportunity to browse the different books on offer and to make a purchase.

We were delighted to welcome Patrick from African Drumming Ireland to the school to lead a workshop with the children. All pupils got an opportunity to play on the drums. A big thank you to Patrick, great fun was had by all.