Academic Calendar 2026-2027

SCHOOL STARTS

Thursday 27th August. School gates open at 08:25.

STAFF CHILD PROTECTION TRAINING

SCHOOL CLOSED Wednesday 9th September

MID TERM BREAK

School closes on Friday 23rd October 14:15.
School Reopens Monday 2nd November

PARENT TEACHER
MEETINGS

16th November - 27th November. Teachers will be in touch nearer the time to organise meetings.

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS

School closes at 12.00 noon on Tuesday 22nd December
School reopens Wednesday 6th January.

TEACHER TRAINING DAY LANGUAGE AWARENESS

SCHOOL CLOSED Friday 22nd January

SAINT BRIGID'S DAY

Monday 1st February. School Closed.

MID TERM BREAK

School closes Wednesday 17th February at 14:15.
School Reopens Monday 22nd February

ST PATRICK'S DAY

SCHOOL CLOSED Wednesday 17th March.

EASTER HOLIDAYS

School closes at 12.00 noon on Friday 19th March
School Reopens Monday 5th April.

MAY BREAK

School closes at 14:15 on Friday 30th April
School Reopens Monday 10th May

STANDARDISED TESTING

Monday 17th May – Friday 28th May

JUNE BANK HOLIDAY

SCHOOL CLOSED Monday 7th June

ACTIVE WEEK/
MULTICULTURAL DAY

Active Week will be from Monday, June 14th to Friday, June 18th. Multicultural Day: Friday 18th June, 12:45-14:00. School Yard.

GRADUATION CEREMONY

Wednesday June 23rd at 10:30.

SUMMER HOLIDAYS

School closes at 12.00 noon on Friday 25th June

 

Details regarding Staff Training Days, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, Sports Days etc. will be shared once the dates are confirmed.

  Academic Calendar

Grotto Place, Booterstown, Co. Dublin A94 AC97
01-2886830
Monday, August 24, 2026
01-2886830
8:35 - 14:15
  01-2886830

🌟Our First Class boys have been busy balancing, stretching and moving their way through an exciting block of gymnastics — and what a fantastic experience it has been! 🤸‍♂️🔥

From the very first session, there was a real buzz of energy and enthusiasm in the hall. The boys showed brilliant effort, courage and determination as they learned new skills and challenged themselves in fun and active ways.


🤸 What We’ve Been Learning
Throughout our gymnastics lessons, the boys explored:

  • Different types of balances
  • Safe and controlled rolls
  • Creative shapes using their bodies
  • Travelling movements such as jumping, hopping and sliding
  • Simple sequences, linking movements together
    They worked both individually and alongside their classmates, supporting and encouraging one another every step of the way.


💪 The Benefits of Gymnastics
Gymnastics is not just about movement — it supports so many areas of development:

  • Strength and flexibility
  • Balance and coordination
  • Body awareness and control
  • Confidence and resilience
  • Listening and concentration skills
  • Teamwork and respect for others
    The boys learned how to move safely, take turns, and challenge themselves to improve each week. We saw huge growth in their confidence — especially when they mastered a new skill they had been practising!


🌟 Fun, Fitness & Big Smiles
Most importantly, the boys had great fun and truly enjoyed every session. There were big smiles, lots of laughter, and a wonderful sense of achievement throughout.

It has been fantastic to watch their confidence grow as they realised what their bodies are capable of. Our First Class boys are becoming stronger, braver and more coordinated with every lesson!

We are so proud of their effort and positive attitude — they really are gymnastics superstars in the making! 🏅✨

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