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Hands-on Maths
Our 5th & 6th class stepped into the role of architects today! ✨ They measured the perimeter of different rooms and turned their findings into floor plans. Hands-on learning at its best — building math skills, teamwork, and creativity all at once! [gallery...
Small Wall
⚡Look what arrived at our school today as a result of funds raised from the raffle at Christmas!! Thank you so much to each and everyone of you for all your hard work, help and support in fundraising. Your continuous support is greatly appreciated. #ActiveSchool...
Hidden Gem
Great to see our school banner back on display again at St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church. - A big Thank You to Provost Lynda and all of her team. #HiddenGem #HeartOfGalwayCity #SchoolCommunity
Eggs-periment Results
The results of Tuesday’s ‘eggs-periment’ are in! The conclusion was that too much sugar is not good for teeth!
Ratios in Maths
⚡Hands-on maths in action! Using concrete materials to make ratios make sense. Active learning at its best! #HiddenGem #HeartOfGalway
Provost Lynda
We are always so delighted when Provost Lynda visits our school on a Friday morning — her visits truly brighten the day and bring such a lovely sense of warmth and joy to our school community. #SchoolCommunity #SmallSchoolBigHeart
Swimming is Back!
Some of our pupils waiting for the bus in Woodquay this afternoon! All classes are back swimming in Leisureland – what a buzz! #ActiveSchool #HiddenGem #GalwayCity
Science ‘Eggs-periment’
These children were experimenting with different types of drinks and eggs this morning! They were looking to see the effect of sugar on teeth! All will be revealed tomorrow morning! #HandsOn #Prediction #ActiveLearning #HealthyLiving [gallery link="file"...
Active Break Every Day Challenge
’Pupil Voice – Pupil Choice’ to end a wonderful first week of Active Break Every Day Challenge!! These children chose Musical Statues!!!! #ActiveSchool #MovementBreaks #HiddenGem #GalwayCity
Making Butter
Third and Fourth Class got hands-on in Science today making butter . We wrote up the procedure, carefully sequencing the steps and writing clear instructions, before finishing with a taste test. Delicious results all round! [gallery link="file"...
Problem Solving
Maths today involved lots of counting, problem solving, making bundles of 10 and even bundles of 100! Lots of fun was had!!! #HandsOnLearning #WeLoveMaths #ProblemSolving
Active Break Every Day Challenge
️ We officially kicked off the 'Active Break Every Day Challenge’ today! Today’s movement break brought us to Jones’s Road, as part of the fantastic new activity videos filmed around Croke Park. We’re looking forward to moving more over the next few weeks and getting...
Birch Tree Landscapes
Just look at the detail and perspective of these birch tree landscapes created by these wonderful children over the past few weeks! #VisualArts #Creativity #WeLoveArt
Happy New Year!
Break time in St. Nicholas’ Parochial School today! Looking forward to another fun-filled, action-packed term! #HiddenGem #GalwayCity
Nollaig Shona Daoibh go Léir!
A magical day full of fun and games, a trip to the cinema AND a visit from Mr. Claus himself! What a day! Nollaig Shona Daoibh go léir!
Christmas Jumper Day
Don’t forget tomorrow is Christmas Jumper Day in aid of Galway Hospice Foundation. #JumperDay #HospiceCare #EveryMomentMatters
Polar Bear Art
❄️ How ‘cool’ and ‘bear-y’ cute are these polar bears!!! #VisualArts #HiddenGem #GalwayCity
Carol Service
A snapshot of our very special Nativity and Carol Service on Friday. Amazing children, each and every one of you – maith sibh go léir ⭐