August 2023 in Cloghroe N.S.
Smiles all around as we return to school after the summer holidays.
June 2023 in Cloghroe N.S.
Due to the weather conditions, our Active Schools Committee adapted our annual School Sports Day to a Fun Day. Ice-cream tastes even better on a rainy day!
Magical memories were made in Páirc Uí Chaoimh by our Sciath na Scol Camogie champions. It was a thrilling match against Gaelscoil Charraig Uí Leighin with great sportsmanship on both sides. Cloch Rua Abú!
What a wonderful performance of Matilda the Musical by 6th and 4th class pupils in Cloghroe school! They received well-deserved standing ovations on both nights.
Great fun was had at our annual Students and Staff Soccer Blitz. Congratulations to the Blue Team who were victorious after a penalty shoot-out.
Well done to all our athletes who participated in the Cork City Sports. Taimíd an-bhródúil asaibh.
4th Class enjoyed participating in a collaborative creative writing lesson. All 3 classes enjoyed working together outdoors in our beautiful summer weather.
Magical memories were made in Páirc Uí Chaoimh by our Sciath na Scol Camogie champions. It was a thrilling match against Gaelscoil Charraig Uí Leighin with great sportsmanship on both sides. Cloch Rua Abú!
What a wonderful performance of Matilda the Musical by 6th and 4th class pupils in Cloghroe school! They received well-deserved standing ovations on both nights.
Great fun was had at our annual Students and Staff Soccer Blitz. Congratulations to the Blue Team who were victorious after a penalty shoot-out.
Well done to all our athletes who participated in the Cork City Sports. Taimíd an-bhródúil asaibh.
4th Class enjoyed participating in a collaborative creative writing lesson. All 3 classes enjoyed working together outdoors in our beautiful summer weather.
May in Cloghroe N.S.
As part of Bike Week Cork 2023, 3rd Class in Cloghroe N.S. took part in a Bike Day on our top pitch and Astro. Children were given a safety lesson as well as completing an obstacle course and competing in some races.
Thanks to the Green Schools Committee for organising this event, and to all those who kindly donated their pre-loved sports shoes for people in need in the townships in South Africa.
School tour season is well under way with Senior Infants enjoying a wonderful trip to Fota Wildlife Park and 2nd class participating in Outdoor pursuits in the Cuskinny Activity Center in Cobh.
Fruity Friday was a big hit as part of our Healthy Eating Week where children had the opportunity to taste different fruits and vegetables. Many thanks to all who helped make this event a big success.
We recently had a Dress Down Day as a fundraiser for our teacher Lisa O Connor who will travel this summer to Bangalore India with Cork-based charity SERVE. This is a development and volunteering organisation, working in marginalised communities, including a school for children most in need of support.
After many weeks of training in school, organised by our Active Schools’ Committee, pupils from 2nd to 6th class walked, ran and jogged up to 5k in Ballincollig Regional Park. There was an incredible atmosphere and a huge sense of pride amongst the students and staff. Junior Infants to 1st class enjoyed their activity-filled full day on the top pitch of our school grounds.
Thanks to the Green Schools Committee for organising this event, and to all those who kindly donated their pre-loved sports shoes for people in need in the townships in South Africa.
School tour season is well under way with Senior Infants enjoying a wonderful trip to Fota Wildlife Park and 2nd class participating in Outdoor pursuits in the Cuskinny Activity Center in Cobh.
Fruity Friday was a big hit as part of our Healthy Eating Week where children had the opportunity to taste different fruits and vegetables. Many thanks to all who helped make this event a big success.
We recently had a Dress Down Day as a fundraiser for our teacher Lisa O Connor who will travel this summer to Bangalore India with Cork-based charity SERVE. This is a development and volunteering organisation, working in marginalised communities, including a school for children most in need of support.
After many weeks of training in school, organised by our Active Schools’ Committee, pupils from 2nd to 6th class walked, ran and jogged up to 5k in Ballincollig Regional Park. There was an incredible atmosphere and a huge sense of pride amongst the students and staff. Junior Infants to 1st class enjoyed their activity-filled full day on the top pitch of our school grounds.
April in Cloghroe N.S.
These three boys from 4th class are engrossed in their science experiment as they create electrical circuits.
Our pupils are becoming increasingly active as we engage in our new running and walking initiative. Many thanks to our Active Schools Committee for organizing this fantastic programme.
Children from 2nd class had a great day at the super Schools Blitz at the Muskerry RFC Ballyanly. They had been training for several weeks in preparation for this event.
Our Green Schools Committee are busy working towards our 7th Green flag for Cloghroe school, the flag for Global Citizen Energy.
Senior Infants had an energetic time following an Easter themed Orienteering Trail around our school grounds, reading a map to find the clues and unjumbling them to solve the puzzle.
Lots of active learning was to be found in Junior Infants as they explored the school environs to find signs of Spring.
Our pupils are becoming increasingly active as we engage in our new running and walking initiative. Many thanks to our Active Schools Committee for organizing this fantastic programme.
Children from 2nd class had a great day at the super Schools Blitz at the Muskerry RFC Ballyanly. They had been training for several weeks in preparation for this event.
Our Green Schools Committee are busy working towards our 7th Green flag for Cloghroe school, the flag for Global Citizen Energy.
Senior Infants had an energetic time following an Easter themed Orienteering Trail around our school grounds, reading a map to find the clues and unjumbling them to solve the puzzle.
Lots of active learning was to be found in Junior Infants as they explored the school environs to find signs of Spring.
March 2023 in Cloghroe N.S.
Cloghroe N.S. and Mr Fennessy were delighted to welcome back our dear friend and former principal Pádraig Ó Conaill. Pádraig is currently president of the Retired Teachers Association of Ireland. The students were delighted to meet Mr. O’Connell and to see his presidential chain.
Pupils and staff celebrated World Down Syndrome Day on the 6th of March by wearing funky socks to school, participating in a single global voice initiative advocating for the rights, inclusion and well-being of people with Down Syndrome.
Comhghairdeas le na páistí go léir mar gheall ar na imeachtaí a bhí ar siúl timpeall na scoile I rith Seachtain na Gaeilge. Well done to all for the fantastic events throughout the school during Seachtain na Gaeilge.
There were activities throughout the school celebrating World Book Day. These included dressing up as your favourite character in a book, buddy reading, and a visiting author. Children in 4th class engaged in “Campfire Reading” , building forts in which they enjoyed reading their books by torch light, in front of a blazing fire on the interactive whiteboard. Who knew reading could be so much fun!!
6th class presented their projects on influential women, past and present, in celebration of International Women’s Day. We know that each and every pupil, girls and boys, in the school have huge potential and remind them that the sky is the limit.
Congratulations to our First Class pupils who performed in a wonderfully entertaining and energetic manner at the Cór Fhéile in Cork City Hall. Maith sibh Rang a hAon.
Pupils and staff celebrated World Down Syndrome Day on the 6th of March by wearing funky socks to school, participating in a single global voice initiative advocating for the rights, inclusion and well-being of people with Down Syndrome.
Comhghairdeas le na páistí go léir mar gheall ar na imeachtaí a bhí ar siúl timpeall na scoile I rith Seachtain na Gaeilge. Well done to all for the fantastic events throughout the school during Seachtain na Gaeilge.
There were activities throughout the school celebrating World Book Day. These included dressing up as your favourite character in a book, buddy reading, and a visiting author. Children in 4th class engaged in “Campfire Reading” , building forts in which they enjoyed reading their books by torch light, in front of a blazing fire on the interactive whiteboard. Who knew reading could be so much fun!!
6th class presented their projects on influential women, past and present, in celebration of International Women’s Day. We know that each and every pupil, girls and boys, in the school have huge potential and remind them that the sky is the limit.
Congratulations to our First Class pupils who performed in a wonderfully entertaining and energetic manner at the Cór Fhéile in Cork City Hall. Maith sibh Rang a hAon.
February 2023 in Cloghroe N.S.
So lovely to see such a kind and caring atmosphere in Cloghroe school. We all need a helping hand sometimes.
3rd class girls had a great day out at an indoor camogie blitz recently. They represented their school very well and played brilliantly. The boys represented the school equally well at a hurling blitz. Maith sibh.
Love and friendship were in the air throughout Cloghroe school for Valentine’s day. Bhaineamar an-taitneamh as Lá Fhéile Vailintín.
We are delighted to announce that Cloghroe NS has formed it’s very first Student Council. Campaigns and elections were held to elect this council. Pupil voice is of paramount importance in our school community and we look forward to working together as a team.
Well done to our wonderful pupils who organised litter picking around the school. We are so proud of our environmentally conscious pupils who take pride in keeping our beautiful school litter-free.
4th class are enjoying developing their literacy skills in peer tutoring sessions with their friends. These children are both teaching and learning from each other, instilling a love of books and reading.
3rd class girls had a great day out at an indoor camogie blitz recently. They represented their school very well and played brilliantly. The boys represented the school equally well at a hurling blitz. Maith sibh.
Love and friendship were in the air throughout Cloghroe school for Valentine’s day. Bhaineamar an-taitneamh as Lá Fhéile Vailintín.
We are delighted to announce that Cloghroe NS has formed it’s very first Student Council. Campaigns and elections were held to elect this council. Pupil voice is of paramount importance in our school community and we look forward to working together as a team.
Well done to our wonderful pupils who organised litter picking around the school. We are so proud of our environmentally conscious pupils who take pride in keeping our beautiful school litter-free.
4th class are enjoying developing their literacy skills in peer tutoring sessions with their friends. These children are both teaching and learning from each other, instilling a love of books and reading.
January 2023 in Cloghroe N.S.
Our 4th class girls took part in an indoor camogie blitz in Bishopstown GAA club recently. The girls had a great day and were a credit to their school.
Concentration levels are at an all-time high as pupils are busy preparing to attend a Ficheall chess tournament. I wonder what your next move will be……
The senior infants classrooms are full of circus music and entertainment as the pupils learn all about the circus in Aistear.
Junior Infants enjoyed an inspiring nature walk in the snow where they explored the beauty of nature, even in the depths of winter.
Well done to our boys and girls Sports quiz teams who took part in the annual Sciath na Scol Quiz in Rochestown Park Hotel.
All children in our senior classes are attending classes in school on Internet Safety to ensure that they use technology in a safe manner. Parents are invited to attend an online parental evening and staff in the school are also receiving additional training in this area.
Concentration levels are at an all-time high as pupils are busy preparing to attend a Ficheall chess tournament. I wonder what your next move will be……
The senior infants classrooms are full of circus music and entertainment as the pupils learn all about the circus in Aistear.
Junior Infants enjoyed an inspiring nature walk in the snow where they explored the beauty of nature, even in the depths of winter.
Well done to our boys and girls Sports quiz teams who took part in the annual Sciath na Scol Quiz in Rochestown Park Hotel.
All children in our senior classes are attending classes in school on Internet Safety to ensure that they use technology in a safe manner. Parents are invited to attend an online parental evening and staff in the school are also receiving additional training in this area.
December 2022 in Cloghroe N.S.
We are so proud of our 4th class pupils who performed a Christmas concert with Berrings, Dripsey and Vicarstown schools in Ballyanly Community Centre recently, raising over 2,000 euro in aid of the Alzheimer’s Association. Maith sibh, a phaisti!
Our Active Advent event was enjoyed by all classes again this year. The children participated in daily activities and challenges. The Active Schools Committee guided and supported the children each day.
Cloghroe NS was delighted to welcome the Irish singer Lea Harte to perform for the children and staff. Lea gave an inspirational speech, encouraging the children to always follow their dreams. She sang many beautiful songs for an enthusiastic audience who joined along in the singing. Before she left, Lea visited some of her biggest fans in Curam to wish everyone there a very happy Christmas.
Taking a break from all their own performances, children enjoyed a visit from West Midlands Theatre group performing ‘Sleeping Beauty’. It was a great pantomime with lots of fun and laughs… Oh no it wasn’t…….Oh yes it was…..
Fourth Class ran a wonderful Christmas themed workshop for Infants, where the children participated in lots of different activities.
There was great excitement throughout the school as we prepared to welcome families and friends to our Christmas performances on stage. Preparations included creating beautiful art work, updating our stage background, designing and creating costumes and props, practicing on stage, and then finally, our performances, with glowing faces and smiles all around… Beautiful memories as we enjoy the Christmas season.
Santa took time out from his very busy schedule to pay a visit to Cloghroe school, where he was happy to inform the children that they are all on his ‘nice’ list.
Nollaig shona dhaoibh go leir agus athbhliain faoi mhaise
Our Active Advent event was enjoyed by all classes again this year. The children participated in daily activities and challenges. The Active Schools Committee guided and supported the children each day.
Cloghroe NS was delighted to welcome the Irish singer Lea Harte to perform for the children and staff. Lea gave an inspirational speech, encouraging the children to always follow their dreams. She sang many beautiful songs for an enthusiastic audience who joined along in the singing. Before she left, Lea visited some of her biggest fans in Curam to wish everyone there a very happy Christmas.
Taking a break from all their own performances, children enjoyed a visit from West Midlands Theatre group performing ‘Sleeping Beauty’. It was a great pantomime with lots of fun and laughs… Oh no it wasn’t…….Oh yes it was…..
Fourth Class ran a wonderful Christmas themed workshop for Infants, where the children participated in lots of different activities.
There was great excitement throughout the school as we prepared to welcome families and friends to our Christmas performances on stage. Preparations included creating beautiful art work, updating our stage background, designing and creating costumes and props, practicing on stage, and then finally, our performances, with glowing faces and smiles all around… Beautiful memories as we enjoy the Christmas season.
Santa took time out from his very busy schedule to pay a visit to Cloghroe school, where he was happy to inform the children that they are all on his ‘nice’ list.
Nollaig shona dhaoibh go leir agus athbhliain faoi mhaise
November 2022 In Cloghroe N.S.
Congratulations to our 5th and 6th class teams who both came 2nd out of 180 participants in UCC in the Lifetime Lab Science Quiz.
Artwork by Chris Haughton, titled Climate Change + The Environment is part of a touring exhibition called Viewpoints: Children’s Rights in Imaginary Spaces. It is on short term loan as part of The Art Library, an initiative from the Glucksman, UCC, that makes artworks available to schools, community and healthcare settings across Ireland.
Wonderstruck Workshops took place as part of our numerous Science Week activities in Cloghroe School. Virgin Media came to watch our scientific investigations and talk to our curious pupils.
Delicious smells wafted from the Junior Infant Classrooms as they made their own pizzas during the Aistear theme The Restaurant.
Our Lord Mayor, Deirdre Foley, listened with pleasure in the lovely early morning sunshine, as all the children and staff sang our school song on her visit to Cloghroe.
Creativity abounds in our very popular Lego Club
Curious minds explore scientific concepts in Cúram.
5th class made Elephant’s Toothpaste during a recent science experiment. All instructions were given as Gaeilge. Maith sibh rang a cúig!
Artwork by Chris Haughton, titled Climate Change + The Environment is part of a touring exhibition called Viewpoints: Children’s Rights in Imaginary Spaces. It is on short term loan as part of The Art Library, an initiative from the Glucksman, UCC, that makes artworks available to schools, community and healthcare settings across Ireland.
Wonderstruck Workshops took place as part of our numerous Science Week activities in Cloghroe School. Virgin Media came to watch our scientific investigations and talk to our curious pupils.
Delicious smells wafted from the Junior Infant Classrooms as they made their own pizzas during the Aistear theme The Restaurant.
Our Lord Mayor, Deirdre Foley, listened with pleasure in the lovely early morning sunshine, as all the children and staff sang our school song on her visit to Cloghroe.
Creativity abounds in our very popular Lego Club
Curious minds explore scientific concepts in Cúram.
5th class made Elephant’s Toothpaste during a recent science experiment. All instructions were given as Gaeilge. Maith sibh rang a cúig!
October 2022 in Cloghroe N.S.
Thanks to all our pupils and parents for supporting our ‘spook-tacular’ movie night. Thank you also to our wonderful secretary, teachers and S.N. A.s for organising such an enjoyable evening.
We are incredibly proud of our kind and generous pupils who donated hundreds of shoeboxes filled with Christmas presents for the Team Hope Christmas Shoebox Appeal.
Bob the scarecrow, created by pupils in First class, is on duty at the front gate, keeping a watchful eye on all who enter Cloghroe NS
Best day ever in Cloghroe NS when the Inniscarra Intermediate team brought the Séamus Long cup to school having won the Cork Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship. Maith sibh!!
Pupils really enjoyed all the various activities going on in school for Maths Week and Space Week in the month of October.
Our annual Spooky Stroll to school as part of our Green Schools Initiative was a huge success again this year, with many fantastic homemade costumes by children and staff. Bhí an-spóirt againn amuigh sa chlós I rith an lae.
Children in 5th class have been learning about ways in which we can live more sustainably. They constructed models of eco friendly homes and villages.
We are incredibly proud of our kind and generous pupils who donated hundreds of shoeboxes filled with Christmas presents for the Team Hope Christmas Shoebox Appeal.
Bob the scarecrow, created by pupils in First class, is on duty at the front gate, keeping a watchful eye on all who enter Cloghroe NS
Best day ever in Cloghroe NS when the Inniscarra Intermediate team brought the Séamus Long cup to school having won the Cork Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship. Maith sibh!!
Pupils really enjoyed all the various activities going on in school for Maths Week and Space Week in the month of October.
Our annual Spooky Stroll to school as part of our Green Schools Initiative was a huge success again this year, with many fantastic homemade costumes by children and staff. Bhí an-spóirt againn amuigh sa chlós I rith an lae.
Children in 5th class have been learning about ways in which we can live more sustainably. They constructed models of eco friendly homes and villages.
September 2022 in Cloghroe N.S.
A total of 263 pupils and teachers walked to school for National W.O.W Day. Thank you to all who participated. Concentration levels were at an all time high for the remainder of the day!
Pupils in Cloghroe N.S. have been enjoying themselves exploring our woodland area and identifying signs of Autumn. Pupils have enjoyed nature walks, collecting leaves and harvesting fruits.
We are delighted to announce that Cloghroe N.S. will commence accepting applications for admissions for the school year 2023/2024, from October 1st. For further info see www.cloghroens.com
Come along to our Open Evening on Monday October 10th from 6.30p.m - 7.30p.m to see the numerous activities and wonderful facilities on offer. Parents and children welcome!
Pupils in Cloghroe N.S. have been enjoying themselves exploring our woodland area and identifying signs of Autumn. Pupils have enjoyed nature walks, collecting leaves and harvesting fruits.
We are delighted to announce that Cloghroe N.S. will commence accepting applications for admissions for the school year 2023/2024, from October 1st. For further info see www.cloghroens.com
Come along to our Open Evening on Monday October 10th from 6.30p.m - 7.30p.m to see the numerous activities and wonderful facilities on offer. Parents and children welcome!
Back to School August 31st 2022
Smiles all around in Cloghroe NS as the children return to school. We would especially like to welcome our new Junior Infants on their first day of “big school”. Fáilte romhaibh go léir.
June 2022 in Cloghroe N.S.
6th class had a most enjoyable day with our local historian, Patsy O’Callaghan who provided them with so much knowledge as they travelled around the parish by bus on their Local History Tour. They finished the day off with a lovely picnic in the summer sunshine. We wish them every success as they head off on their next big adventure in life. Go n’eirí libh
Congratulations to our fantastic athletes on their recent performance in the Cork City Sports held in MTU.
Well done to our hard-working Green Schools Committee on leading us in our whole school endeavour to achieve our 6th Green flag.
Active Schools Week opened with the raising of our 2nd Active flag. One of the highlights of the week was the much anticipated Cloghroe staff and pupils soccer tournament. Well done to the winners.
What an amazing performance by pupils in 6th and 4th classes in the Cloghroe N.S. production of our musical ‘The Adventures of Annie’. Their months of practice paid off with excellent performances by all: the actors, dancers and choir, and of course not forgetting the crew backstage. There was fun, smiles and sunshine all around during our annual School Sports Day, organized by our Active Schools committee. Many thanks to our wonderful Cloghroe N.S. Parents’ Association who provided ice-cream to help us all cool down.
Sport and spraoi I gCúram. The children had so much fun blowing and chasing bubbles.
Congratulations to our fantastic athletes on their recent performance in the Cork City Sports held in MTU.
Well done to our hard-working Green Schools Committee on leading us in our whole school endeavour to achieve our 6th Green flag.
Active Schools Week opened with the raising of our 2nd Active flag. One of the highlights of the week was the much anticipated Cloghroe staff and pupils soccer tournament. Well done to the winners.
What an amazing performance by pupils in 6th and 4th classes in the Cloghroe N.S. production of our musical ‘The Adventures of Annie’. Their months of practice paid off with excellent performances by all: the actors, dancers and choir, and of course not forgetting the crew backstage. There was fun, smiles and sunshine all around during our annual School Sports Day, organized by our Active Schools committee. Many thanks to our wonderful Cloghroe N.S. Parents’ Association who provided ice-cream to help us all cool down.
Sport and spraoi I gCúram. The children had so much fun blowing and chasing bubbles.
- We are very proud of both our boys and girls teams who represented our school so well in the Sciath na Scol finals in Páirc Ui Chaoimh, bringing home the camogie cup to Cloghroe.
May 2022 in Cloghroe N.S.
May in Cloghroe NS
A wonderful music session was had recently in Cúram when one of the students brought in his guitar. The children all enjoyed taking turns, playing and singing together.
Congratulations to our 2nd class children who received their First Holy Communion on Saturday 7th May in Cloghroe Church.
It’s all hands on deck as 4th and 6th class pupils prepare and rehearse for our school musical ‘Annie’ which will be performed in the school hall.
Pupils of Cloghroe NS learnt new skipping skills and routines as one of our Active Schools activities this year . They showed off their talents in a whole school display, raising money for our local St. Vincent de Paul . Many thanks to our Active Schools Committee and all those involved.
Senior Infants were inspired by Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’ and Sunflower paintings, creating their own beautiful art work and clay models. Learning all about the science behind growth, they planted their own sunflower. There will be some beautiful gardens this summer!
It’s school tour season once again, with trips to Ballyhass by 3rd and 6th classes, and Fota by Senior Infants so far this year, with lots more fun and adventure to be had by the other classes in the month of June.
Parachute fun in the sun…..
2nd class got very creative designing a house suitable for a mouse!
A wonderful music session was had recently in Cúram when one of the students brought in his guitar. The children all enjoyed taking turns, playing and singing together.
Congratulations to our 2nd class children who received their First Holy Communion on Saturday 7th May in Cloghroe Church.
It’s all hands on deck as 4th and 6th class pupils prepare and rehearse for our school musical ‘Annie’ which will be performed in the school hall.
Pupils of Cloghroe NS learnt new skipping skills and routines as one of our Active Schools activities this year . They showed off their talents in a whole school display, raising money for our local St. Vincent de Paul . Many thanks to our Active Schools Committee and all those involved.
Senior Infants were inspired by Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’ and Sunflower paintings, creating their own beautiful art work and clay models. Learning all about the science behind growth, they planted their own sunflower. There will be some beautiful gardens this summer!
It’s school tour season once again, with trips to Ballyhass by 3rd and 6th classes, and Fota by Senior Infants so far this year, with lots more fun and adventure to be had by the other classes in the month of June.
Parachute fun in the sun…..
2nd class got very creative designing a house suitable for a mouse!
April 2022 in Cloghroe N. S,
Enjoyment, learning and fun was had by all students involved in ‘The Five Senses Sensory Walk’ along our Woodland Walk.
It is with great pride that we watch our Sciath na Scol girls and boys teams participate in the school based matches and competitions. Go n’eiri libh.
Children in classes throughout the school had an ‘eggcellent’ time solving clues to find some delicious treats on their Easter egg hunt.
During a very interesting Maths lesson, 6th class explored the National League Final score in the match between Cork and Waterford, with a focus on ‘greater than’ and ‘less than’, blue being the colour of the day!
On your marks….Get set…. Go…..and they are off, doing trials for the cork City Sports in June.
The ‘ping pong’ of the table tennis ball can be heard once again, echoing down the corridor as the children participate in Table Tennis in the Halla.
Budding engineers designed, created and tested toy cars that can move. Very impressive indeed, the future of the motor industry is in good hands.
It is with great pride that we watch our Sciath na Scol girls and boys teams participate in the school based matches and competitions. Go n’eiri libh.
Children in classes throughout the school had an ‘eggcellent’ time solving clues to find some delicious treats on their Easter egg hunt.
During a very interesting Maths lesson, 6th class explored the National League Final score in the match between Cork and Waterford, with a focus on ‘greater than’ and ‘less than’, blue being the colour of the day!
On your marks….Get set…. Go…..and they are off, doing trials for the cork City Sports in June.
The ‘ping pong’ of the table tennis ball can be heard once again, echoing down the corridor as the children participate in Table Tennis in the Halla.
Budding engineers designed, created and tested toy cars that can move. Very impressive indeed, the future of the motor industry is in good hands.
March 2022 in Cloghroe N.S.
Problem-solving was to the forefront for students during Engineering week as they engaged in challenges such as creating a Roller Coaster and designing a marshmallow and toothpick structure.
Nature abounds in our beautiful school grounds, allowing children to explore, learn about and appreciate our wonderful world.
The smell of freshly cooked pancakes wafted throughout the school on Shrove Tuesday.
Pupils in 3rd and 4th classes are thrilled to be going swimming in Mayfield for the next few months. Being back together on the bus is a lot of fun too!!
Congratulations to our 6th class pupils who received the Sacrament of Confirmation from Bishop Crean on the 24th March.
Bhain páisti i gCloch Rua an-taitneamh as chéilliuradh Seachtain na Gaeilge, bhi craic agus ceol ar fud na scoile. Great fun was had by all in school, celebrating St. Patrick’s Day.
Children and staff wore colourful, eye-catching and mis-matched socks of all sorts on the 21st March, celebrating World Down Syndrome Day 2022.
We were deeply touched by the very generous and considerate donations made by our wonderful community here in Cloghroe NS to help the displaced people in the Ukraine. Míle Buíochas.
Nature abounds in our beautiful school grounds, allowing children to explore, learn about and appreciate our wonderful world.
The smell of freshly cooked pancakes wafted throughout the school on Shrove Tuesday.
Pupils in 3rd and 4th classes are thrilled to be going swimming in Mayfield for the next few months. Being back together on the bus is a lot of fun too!!
Congratulations to our 6th class pupils who received the Sacrament of Confirmation from Bishop Crean on the 24th March.
Bhain páisti i gCloch Rua an-taitneamh as chéilliuradh Seachtain na Gaeilge, bhi craic agus ceol ar fud na scoile. Great fun was had by all in school, celebrating St. Patrick’s Day.
Children and staff wore colourful, eye-catching and mis-matched socks of all sorts on the 21st March, celebrating World Down Syndrome Day 2022.
We were deeply touched by the very generous and considerate donations made by our wonderful community here in Cloghroe NS to help the displaced people in the Ukraine. Míle Buíochas.
February 2022 In Cloghroe N.S.
Farming came to life for the children in school where they got to pet 3 very cute calves and sit on a brand new Valtra tractor.
National Safer Internet Day, Tuesday 8th February, was celebrated by all students, including getting tips and strategies on how to keep safe online.
Noisy science experiments were heard around the Astroturf as students explored sound vibrations
“Lights, camera, action!” Pupils were very busy with their production of The Mass Rock, based on local history.
Pupils of all ages are enjoying using our school ipads in many subject areas including Numeracy and Literacy.
Heralding the arrival of spring, children learnt how to make St. Bridget’s Crosses, continuing an age old Irish tradition.
Congratulations to our Active Schools Committee on organizing a fantastic school Skipathon on Tuesday 22nd of February in aid of our local St. Vincent de Paul.
Our girls and boys are thrilled to be back on the school pitch training for upcoming Sciath na Scol camogie and hurling matches.
January 2022 in Cloghroe N.S.
We got the New Year off to a good start with all our hopes and wishes for 2022.
Patients were in good hands at the doctor’s Surgery during Aistear in Junior Infants.
Some very colourful and talented Senior Infants enjoyed creating their own circus in Aistear.
The school yard has been abuzz with skipping, the latest challenge from our Active Schools Committee.
Students are enjoying working and learning together collaboratively using our school ipads. doing peer-tutoring, practising and mastering skills together, and more collaborative work, sorting Maths problems. Two heads are better than one!!
Happy memories of previous visits to the school and looking forward to the future when we can invite our grandparents to Cloghroe N.S. again to celebrate Grandparents’ Day.
Patients were in good hands at the doctor’s Surgery during Aistear in Junior Infants.
Some very colourful and talented Senior Infants enjoyed creating their own circus in Aistear.
The school yard has been abuzz with skipping, the latest challenge from our Active Schools Committee.
Students are enjoying working and learning together collaboratively using our school ipads. doing peer-tutoring, practising and mastering skills together, and more collaborative work, sorting Maths problems. Two heads are better than one!!
Happy memories of previous visits to the school and looking forward to the future when we can invite our grandparents to Cloghroe N.S. again to celebrate Grandparents’ Day.
December in Cloghroe N.S.
The countdown was on in Cloghroe NS throughout the month of December with everyone busily counting how many more sleeps until Christmas....The school was full of festive cheer and activity, Christmas jumpers and Santa hats, with classrooms and hallways decorated with amazing art work by the students including Holly Wreaths created by 6th Class.
Our Active Schools committee organised an Active Schools calendar which saw the school complete an active challenge a day for each day of Christmas.
Each class performed on stage to create our school Christmas video for their families and friends to enjoy.
Of course, Christmas would n’t be the same without a visit from Santa and a delicious hot chocolate in the school Halla.
Children from 2nd to 6th class performed and recorded their version of Ed Sheeran and Elton John’s song ‘Merry Christmas’ al fresco, wishing everyone a happy, healthy and peaceful Christmas. This recording was shared on social media and on our school website.
November in Cloghroe N.S.
November was the month for Scientists and Engineers in Cloghroe NS. Children throughout the school participated in National Science Week November 7th-14th 2021, with a combination of in-class, virtual and in-person events, including the very entertaining ’Dino Show’ in the School Halla.
Pupils in our senior classes have been participating in the STEPS Engineering Programme over the past few months, designing and creating engineering devices which would benefit our local area. Several groups presented their inventions to Engineer Aoife O'Farrell from STEPS Ireland.
Delightful smells wafted throughout the school as Junior Infants made pizza as part of their Café theme in Aistear, and 3rd class were busy measuring, weighing and eating some delicious baking.
Wheels of all sorts could be seen this month, with 2nd class exploring the ‘Colour Wheel’ in Art, and 5th class creating electrical flowers using circuits with motors.
Well done to all our pupils who are involved in the local Athletic Clubs, braving all weathers to paritcipate in events.
And finally, let us never forget the generosity of people. There was an amazing response from our wonderful children in Cloghroe NS to Team Hope’s Christmas Shoe Box Appeal with hundreds of boxes being filled and donated to this annual campaign that delivers gifts straight to the hands of children affected by poverty.
Pupils in our senior classes have been participating in the STEPS Engineering Programme over the past few months, designing and creating engineering devices which would benefit our local area. Several groups presented their inventions to Engineer Aoife O'Farrell from STEPS Ireland.
Delightful smells wafted throughout the school as Junior Infants made pizza as part of their Café theme in Aistear, and 3rd class were busy measuring, weighing and eating some delicious baking.
Wheels of all sorts could be seen this month, with 2nd class exploring the ‘Colour Wheel’ in Art, and 5th class creating electrical flowers using circuits with motors.
Well done to all our pupils who are involved in the local Athletic Clubs, braving all weathers to paritcipate in events.
And finally, let us never forget the generosity of people. There was an amazing response from our wonderful children in Cloghroe NS to Team Hope’s Christmas Shoe Box Appeal with hundreds of boxes being filled and donated to this annual campaign that delivers gifts straight to the hands of children affected by poverty.
October in Cloghroe N.S.
6th class pupils planted a wild Cherry Tree on our school grounds to mark National Tree Day on Thursday 7th October. The theme for 2021 is “Trees are Good Neighbours” with emphasis being placed on the fact that trees have a good neighbourly effect on biodiversity which in turn makes them our good neighbours too.
Congratulations to all our students who received their first Holy Communion this month.
It is wonderful to see our students participating in and enjoying training in school once again.
‘Lámh’ is a manual sign system used by children and adults with intellectual disabilities and communication needs in Ireland. We use Lamh everyday here in Cloghroe school, in ‘Cúram’, our Special Class, and in our mainstream classrooms to give every child the opportunity to communicate and be understood.
We participated in an international celebration of Science and Technology during Space Week Monday 4th to Sunday 10th October 2021.
An active and challenging Maths week ran in the school the week of 16th October with pupils involved in lots of different indoor and outdoor activities.
A very busy and enjoyable month in school culminated with a Spooky Stroll to School, organised by our Active Schools Committee where lots of Hallowe’en fun was had by all.
Congratulations to all our students who received their first Holy Communion this month.
It is wonderful to see our students participating in and enjoying training in school once again.
‘Lámh’ is a manual sign system used by children and adults with intellectual disabilities and communication needs in Ireland. We use Lamh everyday here in Cloghroe school, in ‘Cúram’, our Special Class, and in our mainstream classrooms to give every child the opportunity to communicate and be understood.
We participated in an international celebration of Science and Technology during Space Week Monday 4th to Sunday 10th October 2021.
An active and challenging Maths week ran in the school the week of 16th October with pupils involved in lots of different indoor and outdoor activities.
A very busy and enjoyable month in school culminated with a Spooky Stroll to School, organised by our Active Schools Committee where lots of Hallowe’en fun was had by all.
A Busy September
It has been a very busy month in Cloghroe NS as we began a new school year.
From outdoor activities including traditional playground games to having a nature walk around our beautiful school grounds, as well as supporting Cork’s camogie players with a “Red Day”, the lovely September weather was enjoyed by all.
Meanwhile in our classrooms we have been exploring areas such as Science, Technology, Engineering and Art.
Well done to our 2 very talented sisters who both received Special Merit Certificates in the 67th Texaco art Competition.
From outdoor activities including traditional playground games to having a nature walk around our beautiful school grounds, as well as supporting Cork’s camogie players with a “Red Day”, the lovely September weather was enjoyed by all.
Meanwhile in our classrooms we have been exploring areas such as Science, Technology, Engineering and Art.
Well done to our 2 very talented sisters who both received Special Merit Certificates in the 67th Texaco art Competition.
Texaco art competition award winners!
Cloghroe N.S. is very proud of our talented sisters, Isabella and Gabriella Croce, who have won top prizes in the 2021 Texaco Children’s Art Competition. Both girls were winners of Special Merit Awards for artworks that final adjudicator, Professor Declan McGonagle said, “demonstrated high levels of skill and imagination”. Keep up the amazing work girls!
Red and White Day!
Cloghroe N.S. was a sea of red and white day, as pupils supported the Cork Camogie team in the All-Ireland Final. Best of luck to all players, especially our past pupil Hannah O'Leary. Up the Rebels!!
A warm welcome to our new Principal
Cloghroe N.S. welcomes Mr. Shane Fennessy to our school. We look forward to many happy years together.
Musical Memories
Excitement is high in school as 4th and 6th classes practise for our virtual school performance of "Musical Memories" incorporating musicals (Aladdin, The Lion King and Mary Poppins) performed in Cloghroe NS in previous years.
Art Project
This collaborative wall mural, incorporating 500 + individualised cubes was inspired by the street artist Ryan Wilson, known as ‘Thank You X’. All pupils in school enjoyed designing their own cubes, and then searching for them in the mural.
A visit from the community Garda
Garda Séan O'Dwyer paid a visit to the senior classes in school this week. He discussed the importance of having a sense of responsibility and respect for the community. He promoted positive behaviours while out and about with friends, and raised the students' awareness to the dangers and consequences of anti-social behaviours. It was a very interesting and informative discussion. Thank you Garda Séan for working to keep everyone safe in our local community.
A Fond Farewell
After almost 41 years working in Cloghroe N.S. it was time to say goodbye to our principal Ms. Emma Dineen on Friday, 26TH March 2021. Emma has dedicated many decades to Cloghroe, both as a teacher and a principal. From her classroom to sports teams to quizzes to musicals and everything in between, Emma has enriched Cloghroe N.S. in so many ways. Children and staff in the school celebrated her retirement in many creative and innovative ways, given the current Covid 19 restrictions.
As a final farewell to Emma, the sun shone as we had a lovely presentation ceremony outdoors in the school yard, culminating with our wonderful pupils performing the school song.
We wish Emma many years of health and happiness on her retirement.
Beir bua agus beannacht.
As a final farewell to Emma, the sun shone as we had a lovely presentation ceremony outdoors in the school yard, culminating with our wonderful pupils performing the school song.
We wish Emma many years of health and happiness on her retirement.
Beir bua agus beannacht.
All Back Together Again
There was great excitement in school today as pupils from 3rd to 6th class returned after Lockdown. It is wonderful to have everyone back together in school again.
Happy to be back in school!
Children from Junior Infants to 2nd Class returned to school on Monday 1st March after 2 months of Lockdown. It was a very exciting time for everyone, lots of happy faces everywhere. We look forward to the return of the rest of the school on Monday 15th March.
Learning during Lockdown
Even though the school buildings were closed, learning did not stop in Cloghroe NS. Well done to all the fantastic children , parents and teachers who worked together using digital learning platforms such as Seesaw and Microsoft Teams . Here is a sample of some of the work completed in January and February 2021.
Christmas 2020 in Cloghroe NS
It was a wonderful Christmas in Cloghroe this year, with lots of different activities going on. Due to Covid 19 restrictions, children were unable to do their annual Christmas performances in the Halla. So under the direction of Ms Kelly, our Drama teacher, "Cloghroe Chronicles " was created and produced. Well done to our amazing pupils, starring in our festive film. As we couldn't host our Christmas performances in person this year, we were delighted to showcase our pupil's talents virtually. You can view this film here on the Home page of our school website. Children also enjoyed a fantastic Christmas Wonderland Experience with a visit from Santa, where each child got to chat with Santa, and received some little presents along with having their photo taken. It was thanks to an amazing team of staff, parents and other volunteers that this unforgettable experience was created for the children. The school was buzzing in the run up to Christmas with lots of other activities going on in every classroom, including art and crafts, songs and dances, decorating cookies and enjoying delicious hot chocolate. A Christmas to remember in Cloghroe NS!
Science Week 2020
During Science Week, children in all classes took on the role of scientists participating in a variety of activities and experiments throughout the week, including our daily scientific jokes.
Some of the activities included designing and creating their own boats, testing their seaworthiness by adding passengers…
discovering some strange science in the kitchen, and how weird water really can be…
Children also enjoyed online science shows, including a Zoom call with Dr. Ken Mystery learning about topics including Gravity, Balance and Equilibrium, and an exciting online performance by Professor Baloney from UCC with his virtual “Up in Smoke” Science Show.
Some of the activities included designing and creating their own boats, testing their seaworthiness by adding passengers…
discovering some strange science in the kitchen, and how weird water really can be…
Children also enjoyed online science shows, including a Zoom call with Dr. Ken Mystery learning about topics including Gravity, Balance and Equilibrium, and an exciting online performance by Professor Baloney from UCC with his virtual “Up in Smoke” Science Show.
Hallowe'en Fun in School
First Holy Communion
Congratulations to all the children who received their First Holy Communion on Saturday 26th September and Sunday 27th September. A joyous occasion for all.
Inniscarra Abú!!!!
Great Sporting Week-end ahead for Inniscarra
Inniscarra Senior Camogie Team will play Courcey Rovers on Sunday at 3pm in Castle Road. Tickets only. The Junior Camogie team will play Castlelyons on Saturday at 2pm at the same venue , again pre-bookings only .The Hurlers will play Ballinora on Sunday at 3.30 pm in the Mid- Cork Final, in Cloughduv. As many of our past pupils are on the various squads we wish them all the best of luck. It is a great achievement for the parish.
Inniscarra Senior Camogie Team will play Courcey Rovers on Sunday at 3pm in Castle Road. Tickets only. The Junior Camogie team will play Castlelyons on Saturday at 2pm at the same venue , again pre-bookings only .The Hurlers will play Ballinora on Sunday at 3.30 pm in the Mid- Cork Final, in Cloughduv. As many of our past pupils are on the various squads we wish them all the best of luck. It is a great achievement for the parish.