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We are so lucky to have Galway Footballer Johnny Heaney coach Gaelic football in our school every Monday. He really put 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Classes through their paces this afternoon!! #TeamPlayers #GalwayForSam #ActiveSchool #ActiveFlag

We are very excited about the upcoming Baboró Festival which will be taking place from October 14th – 20th. Junior and Senior Infants will be going to see a show called Não Não. First and Second Class will be going to see Francis Footwork. Third – Sixth Classes will...

When your school is in such a scenic location by the water and adjacent to a beautiful green area, it makes sense to have PE at ‘The Plots’! Below are photos of 5th and 6th class making the most of our Indian summer this week!  

⚓ Ahoy, Me Hearties! Did you know that yesterday was International Talk Like a Pirate Day?! To celebrate, the wonderful Michaela from Charlie Byrne's Bookshop popped in today to read some fantastic pirate themed stories to the junior classes. Thank you so much...

Rugby World Cup Fever has kicked off in 5th and 6th class! The sweepstakes have been drawn, we have been learning about the history of the Rugby World Cup and everyone is busy researching the competing countries!  

We had some beautiful prayers and singing at Assembly this morning to mark tomorrow's International Day of Peace. This day is celebrated annually on the 21st September. #InternationalDayOfPeace    

Hockey with the wonderful Sandra Barrins takes place every Friday afternoon in Dangan – hail, rain or snow!! Make sure you have your gumshields! Sticks etc are supplied!    

Junior and Senior Infants had lots of fun today on their 2-D shape hunt around our newly decorated playground!! #ActiveMaths #ActiveLearning #STEM #OutdoorLearning

5th and 6th Class had a fabulous visit from Mary today to discuss Patricia Forde’s new book; Mother Tongue. The photos show the class hard at work, the results of which will be revealed in the coming weeks! #fallenstarstories #MotherTongue #kidsneedbookslikethis...

Our weekly drama session with Paula started back again today! Full of acting, action, fun and games – we just love it!

Swimming in Leisureland started back again today after the summer holidays. It is wonderful to see such a large number of pupils participating! #ActiveSchool #Leisureland

We are delighted to welcome Henry back to our school again this year. He will be coaching 5th and 6th Class every Thursday, commencing October 3rd. #SoccerSkills #ShowRacismTheRedCard #TeamWork #ActiveSchool  

Chinese Class started back with Cathy today. Cathy teaches Chinese in our school every Tuesday, 2.35 – 3.20. How lucky are we!!

We are delighted that French Classes with Phillip have started back this week. Classes take place on Monday and Tuesdays from 2.35 – 3.20. If you need further information, the class teacher will be more than willing to help.

The final order for our school hoodies is being processed as we speak! There is great excitement as many children await the new zip style that has been introduced this year!! #2WeeksHopefully #RoyalBlue

We are delighted to be lucky enough to have Galway Footballer Johnny Heaney return to St. Nicholas’ again this year. Johnny will be coaching 1st – 4th Class every Monday afternoon. #GalwayForSam #GalwayFootballersInTheMaking #ActiveSchool #TeamWork  

What a lovely trip we had to Charlie Byrne’s Bookshop this morning to celebrate Roald Dahl’s birthday tomorrow! A Big Big Thank You to Michaela who always provides such great entertainment, inspiration & knowledge of all things books!! #LoveOfBooks #TheTwits...

📷💥 Wow!! Lots of great photos of St. Nicholas’ pupils in The City Tribune last week!! Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune Thefruitbrothers.ie #HiddenGem💎 #HeartOfTheCity❤️ #BesideTownHallTheatre #Waterside #Woodquay [foogallery...