We enjoyed a lovely Pancake and Coffee morning in the Purple Door Café. There was a great selection of delicious pancakes and toppings, and it was wonderful to see everyone come together for the occasion. All donations raised will go to support MADRA Dog Rehoming.
Thank you to everyone who helped out and made it such an enjoyable morning.
We recently trialled our first Buddy Reading session in the library. The Senior Room pupils listened to, read with and asked questions of the Junior Room pupils. It was a very worthwhile experience for everyone involved, and we look forward to making it a regular part of our learning.
As part of Internet Safety Week, we were delighted to welcome Garda Alan to the school. He visited each classroom and spoke to the children about a range of important topics, including staying safe online and road safety. The talks were very informative and gave the pupils plenty to think about. We greatly appreciated his time and support. He even managed to “arrest” a few of our students before he left!
The children had a wonderful, fun-filled visit from the SEAI, who arrived bearing exciting news, the results of the Art Competition, alongside engaging, hands-on lessons all about energy and how we can conserve it.
Junior Infants to Second Class recently explored the fascinating world of magnetism and magnetic forces. Using a variety of materials and metals, they tested which items were magnetic—and made some exciting discoveries along the way. The children also identified lots of everyday uses for magnets, both at home and in the classroom. event such a success.
The Credit Union Art Competition winners were announced this week, and we are delighted to share that our school had several winners. Well done to Gwen, Indie and Leon in the U13 category, Isabelle, Mia and Kitty in the U10 category, and Cara, Oscar and Evan in the U8 category. Congratulations to all involved on a fantastic achievement.
On Tuesday, 16th December was a very enjoyable afternoon, filled with festive fun and community spirit. Held in the warm and welcoming surroundings of the Leenane Hotel, there was a lovely Christmas atmosphere for pupils, families, and staff alike.
It was fantastic to see so many parents and grandparents and family members in attendance, coming together to support the children. The children really enjoyed their opportunity to perform, showcasing their talents in carol singing and tin whistle performances and a very entertaining talent show to close out the afternoon. Thank you to Sarah McEvoy and Grace Wade for all their support and help in preparation
A special highlight of the afternoon was a visit from Santa, which brought great excitement and smiles all around. Thanks to very generous sponsorship, all children received presents and festive Santa hats, adding even more joy and colour to the occasion.
It was a very enjoyable afternoon for the students and a great way to mark the Christmas season. Many thanks to everyone who helped make the event such a success.
Get ready, bookworms! The Read & Raise Readathon starts now, and our whole school is joining in on the fun.
This is our chance to read amazing stories and raise money for a fantastic cause: transforming our playground! All funds will go directly towards new equipment that will make our PE lessons more dynamic, boost our Active Flag application, and give everyone more ways to play and explore during lunch breaks.
Remember, the real magic of this event is rediscovering the joy of reading. We encourage you to help your child find a cozy spot to get lost in a good book each day. It’s all about celebrating stories and creating healthy habits that will benefit them for years to come.
~~Update~~
Read and Raise, was a very successful fundraising campaign. Pupils collectively logged over 11,000 minutes of reading, and a total of €1,280 was raised. We are deeply appreciative of the enthusiasm shown by pupils, families, and staff in supporting this initiative. The funds will be used primarily to purchase new PE equipment and to contribute to ongoing improvements in the school yard.
Thank you all very much for support. It was a great school community effort and a great experience for the students.
Our students have once again shown the true spirit of compassion and global citizenship by participating in the Team Hope Shoebox Appeal. With incredible generosity and excitement, our children lovingly filled shoeboxes with gifts, toiletries, and school supplies, transforming simple boxes into treasures of hope for children in need around the world. This wonderful initiative not only teaches our students the profound impact of kindness but also connects our school community to a global family, bringing the joy of a tangible gift to a child who truly deserves it. We are so proud of every pupil who took part, your small acts of packing a box will deliver a massive smile.
The hallways were filled with more than just the usual sounds of learning this week, as our students got into the spirit of the season with some fang-tastic Halloween activities!
Classrooms were transformed into creative workshops where students dove hands-first into the classic tradition of pumpkin carving. There were more laughs than frights as they scooped out slimy seeds and designed everything from silly grins to seriously spooky faces. It was a wonderful exercise in creativity, fine motor skills, and teamwork, even if things got a little messy!
The fun continued as our students showed off their incredible costumes. We saw a brilliant parade of characters, from clever superheroes and sparkling princesses to some truly ghoulish creatures. It’s safe to say our school is now officially stocked with more than its fair share of magic and imagination.
The entire event was a perfect reminder that some of the best learning happens when we’re having fun together. We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and wonderfully sweet Halloween!
There’s a special buzz in our school on the days Mary Finn visits for music lessons. Her sessions are a true highlight of the school year, filled with fun, energy, and the wonderful sound of students making music together.
With her talent and passion, Mary does more than just teach notes and rhythms; she builds confidence and sparks a genuine love for music in every child. Students eagerly look forward to learning new songs, playing a variety of instruments, and collaborating as an ensemble.
We are incredibly grateful to have such a gifted educator inspiring our students. The skills and joy they gain in her classes resonate throughout the school, making her visits a cherished and invaluable part of our school community.
Our school is embarking on a global adventure, one skip at a time! As part of our Active Flag journey, we took on this challenge: every skip counts as one kilometre, and together we’re skipping our way to amazing landmarks like Lake Victoria, the Amazon Rainforest, and even the North Pole! A huge well done to all our great skippers and a special shoutout to the senior room for cheering on and supporting our junior jumpers.
What an incredible Maths Week we've had at Leenane NS! Our classrooms and playgrounds were buzzing with energy as our students discovered that maths is so much more than sums on a page.
This year's theme was "Maths in Motion," and we lived up to it with a host of exciting activities. Children worked together in Action Stations, solved problems on our giant Walkway Additions, and got active with a thrilling game of Odd-Even Tag.
It was wonderful to see everyone—from our youngest Reception children to our Year 6 leaders—getting involved with such enthusiasm. The week was a brilliant reminder that maths is all about teamwork, quick thinking, and creativity.
A huge thank you to Krista for organising a truly wonderful trip to our local library this week. Our children were treated to a special storytelling workshop with the fantastic Patrick Ryan.
He captivated our young audience with exciting folk tales, legendary heroes, and ancient myths. The room was filled with wonder as the children listened intently and even solved some of Patrick's tricky riddles! It was a brilliant way to bring stories to life and show our pupils the magic that books hold.
The visit was a memorable experience for all our budding readers, and we're sure it will inspire them in their own reading journeys. Well done, everyone!
Leenane NS is proud to mark a new chapter in our school's history with the formation of our inaugural Student Council. We extend our sincere congratulations to the elected members: Gwen, Mallaidh, Isabelle, Oscar, and Michael. In their role, they will act as the official representatives and voice of the student body. Their duties will include monthly meetings with Ciara to share pupil feedback, discuss a wide range of school matters, and collaborate on making Leenane NS an even more positive and inclusive environment for all.
The results are in! A huge and heartfelt congratulations to our incredible STEM winners and runners-up from the recent "Homes" engineering challenge!
Our Senior Room truly became architects and engineers for this project. Embracing the theme of "Homes," they were tasked with a formidable mission: to design and build model houses that were not only structurally sound but also creatively inspired.
The real test came in our "weather simulation lab" (also known as the testing station!), where each creation had to prove its mettle. We subjected the houses to simulated wind and rain, evaluating their strength, stability, and waterproofing. Bonus points were on the table for those teams who pushed the boundaries with innovative and artistic design features.
We are so proud of every single participant. This challenge was a brilliant showcase of their clever ideas, exceptional teamwork, and outstanding problem-solving skills. They planned, they built, they tested, they iterated, and they triumphed. Well done to all our budding engineers!
Scoil Mhuire an Chroí gan Smál
Leenane
County Galway
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +353 (0) 95 42366
Roll Number: 18490T
