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💖There are no words to describe how amazing these children were at telling the story of Christmas in St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church this morning. Thank you to everybody, from the bottom of our hearts, for being there. Your support for the school is so greatly...

🎄We were delighted to join Wexford artist Nadia Corridan this morning for a fun drawing class where we created our very own Christmas Card Drawings of Snoopy Putting Up a Christmas Tree! More photos to follow!!!

💙When we pass our school sign – we just have to take a photo! Our school is now taking enrolments for September 2024. Please spread the word about this hidden gem in the heart of Galway City! #SmallSchoolBigHeart

❤️🎄❄️These wonderful children were simply amazing during rehearsal today! Oh have they a treat in store for you on Friday morning, December 15th in St. Nicholas’ Collegiate Church. Céad míle fáilte romhaibh go léir! Everyone is most...

After learning about the history of aviation 5th and 6th class decided to make papier-mache hot air balloons. There were lots of creative ideas for making the baskets including origami, weaving and crochet! Don't they look great hanging in our classroom?! [gallery...

🌟These wonderful children sang their hearts out today as Bishop Michael accompanied the congregation on the church organ. Our school was honoured to be invited along to support Bishop Michael as he visits every church in the dioceses of Tuam, Limerick and...

🌟Thank you so much to everybody who helped out and supported our school at the Christmas Fayre on Saturday. Your kindness and generosity is so very much appreciated. Míle mile buíochas 💖 #SchoolCommunity #SmallSchoolBigHeart #HiddenGem  

Today's Spanish lesson was all about hobbies and activities. We have learned so much over the last few weeks. A big thank you to our wonderful Spanish teacher, Bernie!  

💙We are always so delighted and grateful when Provost Lynda joins us on a Friday morning! Such a lovely way to start the day!! #SchoolCommunity #SmallSchoolBigHeart

💛It’s Stomp Rocket Season here in St. Nicholas’! Lots of power and energy required!! #ActiveSchool #Waterside #Woodquay #GalwayCity    

🤚An extra pair of hands and an extra set of fingers can always be very useful, especially in Maths!!! #MathsStrategies #MakingTen    

These children have been working incredibly hard at debating. We have entered the Concern Primary Debates competition through the Galway Education Centre and were due to compete in the first round today. However, the opposing team withdrew from the competition, so we...

❤️Yes everyone - it is that very special time of year again! Rehearsals began for some classes today for our annual Nativity and Carol Service that will take place in the beautiful St. Nicholas’ Collegiate Church on December 8th. Music could be heard in...

💡We delighted to welcome Ray and The Electrifying Energy Show to our school! What a way to spend a Friday morning! These photos say it all!!!! #STEM  

5th & 6th class had a fantastic time down at Galway City Museum this morning participating in the 'Superhuman' workshop. Sarah & Lindsay from CÚRAM spoke to the children about medical devices, their history and some Irish people who were involved in major...

💖What a day was had on Sunday at the Galway Science Festival! A big thank you to all the truly amazing children, older siblings, cousins, parents, classroom assistants and teachers who showed up to support the stand. Hope everyone enjoyed the experience!...

💛Look at how busy these children were creating magical creations from clay today! The concentration on their faces – do not disturb!! #VisualArts #Creativity #CrossCurricular #HiddenGem #HeartOfGalwayCity ...

📚These are just a sample of the new books we received from the wonderful children’s book specialist, reviewer and consultant, Mary Esther Judy! Thank you Mary – we are always so grateful. 💖 #WeLoveBooks