Latest NewsDATES FOR THE DIARY Monday 3rd February - School Closure (bank holiday) Friday 14th February - School Closure (teacher training) Thurs/Fri 20th/21st February - School Closure (midterm) Wednesday 26th February - Confirmation Day LOTTO FUNDRAISER Congratulations to our recent weekly winners Indra Anis Boppin Moppers The jackpot currently stands at €1100 See below for the latest national giveaway being offered as part of our Lotto fundraiser. 
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December Assembly
We finished the first term of the year on a high at our final assembly of 2024. There were awards aplenty, with our core values and AR superstars being recognised. Ms. Dolan's class achieved the highest average reading per day. We even introduced a new Accelerated Reading award on the day as well. Mr. Regan's class did a poem and song for everyone, as well as Ms. Casserly and Ms. Smyth's class giving us a performance too.
It was a lovely week to finish on outside of the assembly. The school choir had a very successful concert on the Wednesday night, with some fabulous singing by the children as well as some special guests on the night. The 5th and 6th class graced the village with their presence as they performed songs and carols to raise money. The Junior Infants showcased their Nativity to the school and for the parents.
Here's to a Happy New Year in St. Nicholas', full of further achievements and experiences for the staff and pupils to enjoy.
It was a lovely week to finish on outside of the assembly. The school choir had a very successful concert on the Wednesday night, with some fabulous singing by the children as well as some special guests on the night. The 5th and 6th class graced the village with their presence as they performed songs and carols to raise money. The Junior Infants showcased their Nativity to the school and for the parents.
Here's to a Happy New Year in St. Nicholas', full of further achievements and experiences for the staff and pupils to enjoy.
Santa Visit
We were blessed with a very special visit from Santa at our school in Longwood today. The man himself showed up early this morning, arriving in style aboard a very impressive motorbike. He did a couple of rounds of the car park before setting down and meeting the children around the Christmas tree. After a few lovely words, he helped us count down to the official lighting of our tree. Thank you so much for taking the time to visit us, Santa. The best of luck on the big night!
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November Assembly
Another very successful assembly took place in our hall to mark the end of another month. The Core Values certificates were plenty, as well as the AR Superstars. Ms. Keogh's were delighted to obtain the trophy to mark the most minutes read by a class on average per day in the Accelerated Reader. We were also blessed to receive a presentation by Ms. Houlihan's class all about the Advent Wreath and what the meanings and colours of the candles are. Christmas is fast approaching!
October Assembly
We had an action packed assembly on our final day before the Halloween midterm break. There was fancy dress galore, where the children put all the effort in giving us a whopper variety of characters and creatures. We celebrated Tina's first birthday. The Core Values and AR Superstars were announced. Mr. Regan's class recited a Monster Alphabet ABC for the students. The juniors also did a performance for us too. Ms. Finn's class were the latest to receive the AR trophy for most average minutes read per day. The Student Council for the new school year was announced and each received their badges. We celebrated the absolutely phenomenal win by our girls' team in the Cumann na mBunscoil final. A first for our school, and another thing to add to the sporting success in Longwood these past few weeks!
Shake and Bake SaleDear Parents,
We are organising a Halloween Bake Sale on Wednesday, 23rd October in our school, which will be led by 6th Class students on the day. Monies raised for this event will go directly to the school's fundraising drive. We encourage as many students/families to bake something for this event & if you bring in a tray, please put your child's name/class/teacher on it (we will have some labels/markers at reception so that items don't go missing!). The baking can include, but not limited to, buns, cakes, brownies, cookies (the scarier the better!) etc. with items such as apple tarts, full cakes etc. being raffled off at the end of the day to the lucky winners! Please be aware we are a nut free school as some students have allergies and gluten free options are welcomed too! Students will not have homework on Tuesday night so as to give them time to bake at home! The more food, the better, we have a lot of mouths to feed! Thanks for your support, 6th Class. |
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Admissions Notice
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Inspectorate Update for Primary Schools
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STEAM Academy
We were lucky enough to have been selected for facilitators from the STEAM Academy to come in to us to showcase their workshops.
All classes got to attend the event in the hall on Friday 27th September and got a whole variety of demonstrations, from state of the art holograms and LEGO-style robots, to interactive games and the chance to meet Robo Dog. This very impressive robot was a hit with all!!
All classes got to attend the event in the hall on Friday 27th September and got a whole variety of demonstrations, from state of the art holograms and LEGO-style robots, to interactive games and the chance to meet Robo Dog. This very impressive robot was a hit with all!!
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First Assembly of 24/25
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It was great to get the entire school together last Friday for our first assembly of the year. Ms. Henry welcomed us all and spoke about how well the students have been working over the past few weeks.
We were delighted to see all those who were rewarded with Core Value certificates (for modelling some or all of the school's official core values of Care, Respect, Trust and Hope). We also learned of the achievements from last year's 2nd Class with Ms. Houlihan, when they spent time on Farm Safety with Agri Aware. Ms. Henry got the opportunity to make use of our new sound system too, including a brand new set of speakers for our hall and wireless microphones. Here's to a wonderful new school year in St. Nicholas'! |
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INTO Budget Campaign |
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Dear School Community,
Every year the INTO launch a campaign before the budget. This year’s campaign has three points:
Thank you for your continued help and support.
Yours sincerely,
Siobhán Henry.
Every year the INTO launch a campaign before the budget. This year’s campaign has three points:
- Reduce class sizes by 2: this would reduce the staffing schedule to one mainstream class teacher for every 21 pupils (from the current 23).
- Restore Posts of Responsibilities: I would like to take this opportunity to commend our current In-School Leadership and Management Team which consists of Ms. Coburn, Ms. Moynihan, Ms. King, Ms. Gavin, Mr. Regan and Ms. Casserly for their assistance in running our school. Our current level of posts of responsibilities is still below pre-austerity (2011) rate despite a larger school community.
- 20% increase in funding: Additional capitation would facilitate a more effective running of the school. This extra funding would allow us to allocate funds towards educational resources rather than towards lighting and heating.
Thank you for your continued help and support.
Yours sincerely,
Siobhán Henry.
SNA Appreciation DaySNA Appreciation Day, Thursday 26th September. Forsá are running a competition for a school per province to win €1,000!! We need as many entries as possible to this competition to support our SNAs in continuing the amazing job they do in our school. The SNAs could use these funds to purchase resources such as balance boards, peanut balls, weighted balls and lots more to continue to support the children in our community.
Please take the time to enter the competition at this link: https://act.forsa.ie/thank-our-snas Our school roll number for entry is 16655P. If you would like to send any SNA appreciation messages for the day to you can send it via one of the following:
Please take the time to leave a SNA Appreciation message to show our SNAs how integral they are to our school community. |
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Attention everyone!
Our Fundraiser Lotto is up and running!
As part of our initiative to raise money for our school this year, we have organised a weekly lottery that not only the families of the school can get involved in, but the entire community of Longwood and beyond as well.
The first draw will take place on the 23rd November 2023, so join up now to be in with a chance of some wonderful prizes. Our first draw will be an extra special one.
For more information and to get involved, click on the link button at the top of the home page or follow the link below.
https://www.ourfundraiser.ie/org/stnicholasprimaryschool/
Our Fundraiser Lotto is up and running!
As part of our initiative to raise money for our school this year, we have organised a weekly lottery that not only the families of the school can get involved in, but the entire community of Longwood and beyond as well.
The first draw will take place on the 23rd November 2023, so join up now to be in with a chance of some wonderful prizes. Our first draw will be an extra special one.
For more information and to get involved, click on the link button at the top of the home page or follow the link below.
https://www.ourfundraiser.ie/org/stnicholasprimaryschool/
