Academic Calendar 2025-2026

SCHOOL STARTS

Thursday 28th August. School gates open at 08:25.

MID TERM BREAK

School closes on Friday 24th October 14:15.
School Reopens Monday 3rd November

PARENT TEACHER
MEETINGS

17th November-28th November. Teachers will be in touch nearer time to organise meetings.

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS

School closes at 12.00 noon Friday 19th December. School Re-opens Monday 5th January.

SAINT BRIGID'S DAY

Monday 2nd February. School Closed.

MID TERM BREAK

School closes Friday 13th February at 14:15.
School Reopens Monday 23rd February

ST PATRICK'S DAY

Monday & Tuesday 16th & 17th March. School Closed.

EASTER HOLIDAYS

School closes at 12.00 noon Friday 27th March
School Reopens Monday 13th April.

MAY BANK HOLIDAY

Monday 4th May. School Closed.

STANDARDISED TESTING

Tuesday 5th May-Thursday 28th May.

JUNE BANK HOLIDAY

School closed Monday 1st June

ACTIVE WEEK/
MULTICULTURAL DAY

Active Week will be from Monday June 15th-Friday June 19th.
Multicultural Day Friday 19th June 12:45-14:00. School Yard.

GRADUATION CEREMONY

Wednesday June 24th at 10:30.

SUMMER HOLIDAYS

School closes at 12.00 noon on Friday 26th June

 

Details regarding Staff Training Days, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, Sports Days & 6th Class Graduation will be shared once the dates are confirmed.

  Academic Calendar

Grotto Place, Booterstown, Co. Dublin A94 AC97
01-2886830
Thursday, February 19, 2026
01-2886830
8:35 - 14:15
  01-2886830

The Junior Infants have been enjoying their learning both inside and outside the classroom.

Recently, the children went on a very exciting school trip to Dublin city, travelling together by bus, which helped to develop independence, confidence and road safety awareness. Our first stop was Merrion Square Park, where the children explored, played and enjoyed the outdoor environment. This linked closely with SESE learning, as pupils observed nature, seasonal changes and their surroundings, while also developing important social and physical skills through play and cooperation.

We then visited the National Gallery of Ireland, where the children took part in a guided tour designed especially for young learners. The children learned about different artworks, colours and shapes and listened to stories connected to the paintings in a fun and engaging way. This visit strongly supported learning in Visual Arts, encouraging observation, discussion, imagination and an appreciation of art and culture.

Back in school, the Junior Infants have been very busy getting ready for their Christmas show through art, music and drama. The children practised songs, actions and performances, building confidence, creativity and teamwork. They put on fantastic performances and made us all very proud.

We also had lots of fun preparing for Christmas, with some special treats along the way, including a cinema day and a hot chocolate surprise, which the children thoroughly enjoyed!

Well done to our Junior Infants for their excellent behaviour, enthusiasm and hard work!