There have been lots of amazing individual and class achievements with our Accelerated Reading Programme during Term 2.  The word count continues to rise along with the number of Word Millionaires. 

Today it was the turn of Mrs Campbell's Year 5 class to celebrate as deserving class winners from Term 2.  On a beautiful sunny afternoon they were rewarded with an outdoor party for their efforts. 

Keep up the excellent reading ...... who will be our class winners in Term 3?

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We are thrilled to announce the delivery of our new outdoor classroom, a fantastic addition to our school's learning environment. This outdoor space will provide our pupils with the opportunity to engage in hands-on, experiential learning in the great outdoors.

To celebrate this exciting development, our Year 5 children came together on a sunny afternoon to complete a spring clean of our forest school area, preparing the space for future educational activities. 

The sunshine and fresh air added to the positive atmosphere, making the afternoon enjoyable and productive for everyone involved.  Our new outdoor classroom and refreshed forest school area are now ready to be used for a variety of learning experiences, from science lessons to creative arts projects. We look forward to seeing our pupils thrive in these inspiring environments.  🌳🌞

Today our Year 4 children attended morning mass in Mater Dei.  During morning mass Canon Colm blessed the willow tree which will be planted during the service to mark the rededication of the statue of St Joseph within our school grounds.  This blessing at morning mass represents the close link we have between our school and parish communities. 

Our rededication service will also provide us with an opportunity to mark 110 years of primary education and 25 years of nursery provision at our school.  We look forward to this special service which will take place on Thursday 1st May, the Feast Day of St. Joseph the Worker.    

Today we gathered together for our Year 4-7 assembly.  Mr. McKenna's Year 5 class took center stage to deliver an engaging and insightful assembly on the importance of 'teamwork'. Through a series of recitals, drama sketches, dance and interactive activities, the pupils highlighted how working together can achieve greater success and foster a supportive school community. Their message was clear: "Together Everyone Achieves More." As we begin Term 3 when so many of our activities focus on working together as a team the assembly not only showcased the pupils' creativity and collaboration but also left a lasting impression on all present.  Well done girls and boys!

It is with deep sadness that the St. Joseph's school community learn of the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis.

A compassionate and humble leader dedicated to the service of people across the world.

May he rest in God's eternal peace.

Please find below a link to our Easter 2025 SWAY News @ St Joseph's

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We would like to wish our school community a very Happy and

Egg-citing Easter Break.

From all at St Joseph's!

'It's not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.'  Mother Teresa

St. Joseph's launched our Trócaire Charity Campaign 2025 at the beginning of Lent.

Copper Coin Challenge:  For 4 weeks during Lent all classes were collecting 1p and 2p coins.  We have been amazed at the response with a fantastic £437 being raised in coppers in such a short period of time.  Congratulations to all the classes on such a sterling effort - the saying 'Every Penny Counts' certainly does ring true on this occasion.   A special congratulations to Ms. Blease's Year 3 class who were the highest collectors in Years 1-3 and Mrs. Matthews' class who were the highest collectors in Years 4-7.  After Easter both classes will be awarded with a party supplied by Mr. Traynor.  Many thanks to 

Holy Week Charity Campaign:  During Holy Week our charity campaign continued.  There were lots of activities organised to include Bring a Toy Day, Nursery Easter Bonnet Parade  and Name the Duck - this year it was called 'Fluffy'.  Nine children guessed correctly and after a raffle it was won by Conor Smith P4 with all children receiving an Easter Egg for great guessing. 

Year 7 Entrepreneurial Afternoon:  Our Year 7 pupils were amazing and organised a host of stalls making, decorating and selling a variety of products.  They were just amazing - fabulous creativity and entrepreneurial skills on display.  Mr. Traynor was delighted to have received the Easter Egg prize for guessing the correct number of sweets in the jar - there were 285 and he guessed 284, just 1 off.  The total raised so far from this very successful afternoon; a fabulous £494.40.  Dragon's Den better watch out!

We look forward to announcing our final total when we return to school after the Easter Break.  Well done to all and thank you for your continued generosity and support.  It means so much!

'For it is in giving that we receive.'  St Francis of Assisi

Many thanks to our Year 6 children on their wonderful Easter assembly.

They presented 'The Passion of Our Lord' to the children in Years 4-7 and to parents, family and friends in a very meaningful and powerful manner which allowed all present to reflect on the key days and moments of the Easter season.

Thanks also to the Year 6 staff who guided the children in what was a very poignant and reflective ceremony.

 'Let the children come to me! Don't hinder them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these.'

'Because by thy holy cross, thou hast redeemed the world'.

Did some bunny say it's nearly Easter?

Such eggsitement in our Nursery Unit today with some 'cracking' Easter bonnets on parade. Congratulations to all who took part.  The Easter Bunny hid some very special treats along the way.  However, all the boys and girls searched very hard and managed to find where he had hidden all those lovely chocolate eggs! 

After some outdoor party games everyone headed back to the Minor Hall where the children were treated to a special musical performance courtesy of Jo Jingles and guess what? - The Easter Bunny made a surprise visit to the hall and danced along with all the nursery girls and boys.  He certainly is a great dancer!

Thank you so much to the parents, grandparents, family and friends who came along and took time and great care to create the wonderful pieces of art the children wore.

HAPPY EASTER FROM ALL AT ST. JOSEPH'S NURSERY!

We celebrated the end of another very successful term with our End of Term 2 Easter Golden Awards for Years 1-3 and Years 4-7.

Today's assemblies allowed us to reflect on the importance of the events of Holy Week and on the important charity work which we had completed during the season of Lent for our chosen charity Trócaire.  We also had the presentation of our Term 2 subject awards, April Pupil of the Month certificates, Term 2 Principal Endeavour certificates, Accelerated Reading Certificates, Graded Music Certificates and prize winners for our Cumann na mBunscoil Week competition.  Achievement in a variety of extra-curricular areas outside of school was also acknowledged and celebrated. Mr. Traynor also spoke to us about the importance of staying safe during the Easter Break and wished all the pupils and staff a very Happy Easter.

Well done everyone - a super talented bunch of children we have here at St. Joseph's!