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‘Scoil Ghormáin Naofa – a very special school’ – Department of Education Inspector WSE June 2023

Welcome to our School Website.

Céad Míle Fáilte go Láithreán Scoil Ghormáin Naofa, Baile an Cáisleáin.

We are a vibrant child-centred school with the happiness of our pupils at the core of our ethos. We believe that if a child is happy, they have a better predisposition towards learning. Through our curricular and extra curricular teaching, we aim to promote the development of the whole person through a range of opportunities and multiple styles of learning. We pride ourselves on providing an atmosphere that is conducive to a happy and engaged schooling.

We hope that you enjoy your visit to our site and that you learn about all the range of activities we are involved in here in Scoil Ghormáin Naofa.

Is mise le meas,

Emer Russell

Principal

Telephone: 0402 37596

Email: secretarycastletownns@gmail.com

Twitter: @Castletown_NS

Established by Parish 1865

Recognised as National School 1872

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Well-being Warriors

This year, Ms. Bergin has put together a wonderful team, known as The Well-being Warriors! This team is tasked with looking after positive mental wellbeing in school by organising fun and inclusive initiatives! In November, we enjoyed Self care week which coincided with Anti-bullying week. The team meet regularly with Ms. Bergin and we have a junior and senior well-being coordinator, Ronan and Oliver.

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A visit to Ballyfad Woods

Ms Rolland’s class had a trip to Ballyfad woods today where they experienced the cold weather and the beauty that it uncovers in nature. These photos are just gorgeous!

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We Wish you a Merry Christmas…..in Chinese!

Click on the link to view 4th class singing in Chinese!

65,999 Merry Christmas Chinese Images, Stock Photos, and ...
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PA Calendar 2025!

We are delighted to launch (on behalf of the PA) a wonderful calendar for 2025 which will be sold to raise funds for the PA. We extend huge thanks to Rebecca Jennings who put so much work into creating this fabulous calendar which would make the perfect Christmas gift!
Payments may be made via paypal but we can accept cash in envelopes in school which we will pass on to the PA. Please mark the envelope clearly indicating the quantity, child’s name and class and amount enclosed if you wish to pay this way.

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Modern Foreign Languages – Chinese

Chinese lessons continue here for senior classes. This week, lots of fun was had playing Bingo and enjoying making weekly planners! Thank you Alanna!

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Rackard League County Champions!!

These wonderful players are now Roinn B County Champions 2024-2025 having been unbeaten throughout the tournament. They beat a good Tintern side at Wexford Park and we thank Tintern for a fair and well played game. Thanks also to our local club, Castletown Liam Mellows, for their grass roots coaching and endless encouragement of many of our players.

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County Final Champs!

We were delighted to welcome the men’s and women’s winning county finals teams to school to show their silverware and celebrate with the children. It has been a great few weeks for the local community!

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RACKARD LEAGUE FINAL!!

These wonderful girls will be representing our school, Tara Hill NS and Coolgreany NS tonight, 05/11/2024 as they compete in the Rackard League Final. It takes place at 5pm in Chadwick’s Wexford Park. All support would be most appreciated as we cheer on this fantastic group of girls. There is a charge of €5 at the gate and I have been asked to note that no-one is allowed on the pitch, please. They are pictured with the women’s shield winners who are a great inspiration to them!
We will post photos of the great gathering for the teams in school today as the photos come through.

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Hallowe’en themed art!

Our annual Hallowe’en decoration challenge!

We love the entries for this year’s competition! Children were challenged to create a Hallowe’en decoration using recycled materials – no glitter as it is a micro plastic!!

We love our Hallowe’en themed art gallery at reception! Check out Mr. Breen’s class’ Tim Burton themed portraits!

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Hallowe’en Disco!

The BIG one!!
This Friday, all roads lead to the Golden Anchor for our annual Hallow’en disco.
A message from the PA in advance of the disco:
”’We are looking for donations of raffle prizes to be dropped into school by next Friday please.
We’ve got a Santa train family pass from the Amber Springs Hotel and two family pool passes from Active Tribe Courtown.
Raffle tickets can also be purchased via PayPal if anyone can’t attend the disco”.
Thank you

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