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Keep track of what's happening at our schoolMarguerite Tonery Launches Kapheus Fire
We were so honoured and delighted to have Marguerite and her team in our school today to launch her latest novel Kapheus Fire. We even had the privilege of having Marguerite read to us as we all sat around her and listened to her every word! Thank you Marguerite for...
Galway Science and Technology Festival November 11th – 25th
Galway Science and Technology Festival 2018 is fast approaching! As usual there are lots of activities lined up! Monday November 12th: Xperimental Science Show Thursday November 15th: Visit from Carole Reynolds, Education Officer, National Parks and Wildlife Service...
Galway Author Marguerite Tonery Visits St. Nicholas’
We had the pleasure of welcoming local author, Marguerite Tonery to our assembly this morning. Marguerite previously visited our school to promote her books, Kapheus Air and Kapheus Water, and popped in this morning to tell us about her new book, Kapheus Fire, which...
Open Day/Dress Up Day/Drama Day/Fantastic Fun Day!!
What a day!! Open Day 2018 was a fantastic success! We were so delighted to have so many visitors come through our door and we very much look forward to meeting with you all again! The children had such fun! The costumes were wonderful again this year! So much hard...
Coaching with Henry
Today was the last of our 6 weeks of coaching with Henry. The children have learned so much over this time and Henry has certainly been a huge inspiration to the children. Thank you so much Henry – we look forward to your return! #GirlsInSport #ActiveSchool ...
Open Day – 4 Days to Go!
Our School Open Day in now only 4 days away! Please do pop by for a cuppa, a chat and a tour of our School in action! 9.30 – 2pm – Pass on the word to friends and family!
Baboró Shows 2018
Two fantastic shows today - thoroughly enjoyed by the children! ‘Black Beauty’ in the Town Hall Theatre and ‘Is This a Dagger?’ in the Mick Lally Theatre. Looking forward to next year’s Baboró already!
5th and 6th Football Coaching
5th & 6th Class started their football coaching with the brilliant Henry today!! Some great action photos!! @FAI.Galway @HealthyIreland @ActiveSchool @ActiveFlag #FreshAir
Surprise Baboró Trip!
The Senior Classes are delighted and grateful to Baboró for a last minute invite to a show tomorrow in the Town Hall Theatre! ......AND all classes STILL have their shows to look forward to on Friday! #BaboróInternationalArtsFestivalForChildren #BesideTownHallTheatre...
Maths Week Trip
Everyone had such a great time today at the Atlantaquarium for Maths Week! There were lots of activities that included counting, sorting, measuring, symmetry and lots more! A big Thank You to Anna and Amanda who made the day so much fun! ...
Baboró
All classes are going to see shows for the Baboró International Arts Festival for Children next Friday. Lots of photos to follow!
Maths Week
All classes are going to the Galway Atlantaquaria on Monday to do lots of maths related activities for Maths Week. Keep an eye out for the update!
World Mental Health Day
To celebrate WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY, 5th and 6th Class received a copy of Oisín McGann's book, 'Headbomz, Wreckin' Yer Head’. The book aims to shine a light on the 'Headbomz' that our children can experience and encourages them to discuss and deal with their feelings...
Storm Keeper’s Island – Book Launch
Today was the day that 5th and 6th Class pupils had the privilege of going to the launch of Catherine Doyle’s new book ‘The Storm Keeper’s Island’. How lucky are we to be within walking distance of these special events!
Chinese Classes
Chinese every Tuesday with Cathy! Great singing coming from their room this afternoon!
Football coaching
3rd and 4th Class are still enjoying their football coaching with Henry. 5th and 6th will begin next week.
Drama
Drama continues every Tuesday with Paula – always a drama lesson to remember!
Past Pupils
We just love to see our past pupils return for a visit – always brings a smile to our faces!