Thursday Newsletter 5th November

Dear Parents and Guardians/A Thuismitheoirí agus a Chaomhnóirí,

Bí Cinealta Policy Review

As part of our review of this important policy, we invite all parents to provide feedback. Any feedback is welcome in terms of what we do well/what we can work on. Feedback can be provided by emailing the school (scoilgetns@gmail.com) by Monday, or if available at drop-off tomorrow morning, please call to the office.

Annual meeting of Board of Management and Parent Body

This will take place on Wednesday, 11^th November at 7pm in the library. All parents are welcome. Nominations and elections for a parent nominee on the Board. There will be a display of the Road Safety made by children following the recent competition will be on display on the evening and a couple of Student Council members will be there to highlight the work they are doing.

Industrial Action – Thursday 12^th November 2026

Presently there is a further strike day directed for the 12^th November, which means the school will be closed on 12^th November. We are also working on work to rule, please note this may effect how and when Parent Teacher meetings will be held. We will have more information early next week.

Play Equipment

The kids are just beside themselves with excitement with the fabulous new play equipment. A huge thanks to our fantastic PTA and all our parents for the funds raised to cover this significant cost. I’m sure your children will reward you with a nice cup of tea! Thanks to Sorcha for all her hard work on this.

Book Fair in school Week Beginning 16^th November from 1:30pm to 3:30pm

Parents will host a book fair in the school library Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 1:30pm to 3:30pm.

And More!

We are all incredibly proud of Bobby from 2^nd class who is a World Champion! Bobby competed in the IKU world championships in Slovenia. As part of Team Ireland he brought home a gold and silver medal. Well done Bobby! Emma

Amelia from 3rd class created this beautiful geometric design on her geoboard during our maths lesson on 2D shape. Kathy

 Reminders:-

• There is no parking for parents in the staff car park, this is reserved for staff and transport for children in our ALC Class.
• School Calendar for Academic Year 2026-2027. School closure for Staff Training on:-
• 18/11/2026
• 21/01/2027
• 25/05/2027

Frása na Seachtaine: 

“Cén rang ina bhfuil tú? Táim i rang a ______.” – “What class are you in? I am in  ______   class.”

Le meas

Róisín Conlon

Príomhoide

SportAbility Day 2026

Join us for a fun and inclusive day showcasing a wide range of sports and physical activities for people of all abilities!

Saturday, 28th November 2026
1:00pm - 4:00pm
National Indoor Arena

Come along to try new activities, meet local clubs and organisations, and discover inclusive opportunities to get active in your community.

Registration is essential

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/sportability-day-2026-tickets-2003656791400

We look forward to seeing you there!

Kind regards,

Nuala Casey

Active Cities Coordinator

Fingal Sports Office

Environment, Climate Action, Active Travel and Sports Department

Civic Offices

Grove Road

Blanchardstown

Dublin 15