The school staff engaged in an evaluation of the effects of Covid-19 closures and restrictions on the life and work of the school. As part of this process an action plan has been created to support the ongoing work of the school in respect of the findings; this can be viewed here.
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Active School Committee News
Game of the Week One of the many ways that we here at St. Columba’s N.S. have been working on becoming more active is through something that we call ‘Game of the Week’. Each week members from our Active School Committee choose a new game and take time on the yard to teach it to […]
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Tickets can be purchased through our online payment link. Further details can be obtained from the office on 01-8556805 or secretary@stcolumbasns.com Thank you for your support.
Continue readingIrish Dancing our way through Seachtain na Gaeilge
As part of our Seachtain na Gaeilge celebrations here in St. Columba’s N.S., the boys and girls from all of our classes took part in Irish dancing lessons. We were very lucky to have two fantastic teachers, Danielle and Ciara, teaching us the steps on the day. Mar chuid dár gceiliúradh le linn Sheachtain na […]
Continue reading5th & 6th Girls Tag Rugby
5th and 6th Class girls had an AMAZING day at Clontarf Rugby Club for the tag blitz. Not only did they win EVERY match that they played, but they represented themselves and the school with such pride and sportsmanship. The girls were so kind, inclusive, helpful and polite to Miss Godfrey, Mrs Sparksman, the referees […]
Continue reading2023 Admissions
All junior infant places for 2023 have now been filled. Any applications received after this point will be added to our waiting list. Notices, policies and the application form for admission to other year groups can be found in the sub-heading “Admission to St Columba’s” which is located under the Information tab.
Continue readingMarathon Kids….
Congratulations to 5th & 6th class who managed to complete a full Marathon in bite sized chunks during this term. Runs in Fairview park every week added up to a massive 42.195km. The final run on Wednesday 14th December was a great event and we were delighted to welcome John Sweeney from Dublin City Council […]
Continue readingMaths Week 17th – 21st October
Some difficult maths challenges were set by Miss Godfrey during Maths week. Winners – young and old 🙂 were presented with Certificates and Prizes. Well done to everyone who participated.
Continue readingBug Hotel
On Thursday 20th October, 5th Class along with the teacher training students in Marino Institute of Education built two bug hotels in Mud Island. These will hopefully home some interesting wildlife over the next few months. Thanks to Sandra from Marino and Paul in Mud Island for their amazing work and help. 5th Class were […]
Continue readingBook Launch at Dubray Books Henry St.
Our 5th and 6th class were delighted to be invited to the launch of ‘The Book of Secrets’ a debut novel by Irish writer Alex Dunne. A brisk walk into Henry St was followed by an exciting introduction to the novel by the author including some taster excerpts. This was followed by a Q&A session […]
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