HAVE YOUR SAY PRIMARY SCHOOL SURVEY We are writing to update you on the Department of Education and Youth’s Primary School Survey. This survey was carried out to understand the types of schools that parents and guardians prefer. Over 200,000 parents and guardians took part nationwide. We are now sharing our school’s survey results with you for your information and we would welcome any feedback you may have on the results.
Co-educational or single-sex provision: 76% Co-educational preference. 24% Single sex provision.
Patronage/ethos: 54% Denominational (religious patron.) 46% multi denominational (non-religious) patron.
Language of instruction (English or Irish) 85% English. 15% Irish.
The Board of Management will now review the survey results and think about what they mean for our school. As part of this, we want to make sure that parents/guardians, students, staff, and the wider school community can share their views with us. Once we have gathered all feedback, we will consider it carefully and then let you know about any decisions we make and next steps. For example, if there is a clear preference for a change, the school may submit an ‘expression of interest form’ for change to the department. If this happens, the department will provide us with a dedicated contact person and other supports, to help our school in this process. You can send any comments or feedback to us at
STAFF TRAINING SCHOOL CLOSURE Please note in your diary the staff training days during the 2026/2027 school year below. Training will be delivered by Oide. The school will be closed on both days. Wednesday 9th September Child Protection Procedures Training and Friday 22nd January 2027, Language Awareness Training.
RUN DUBLIN RUN: will be held in Irishtown on Saturday 19th September from 10:30-12:30. Please put the date in your diary. We ask that as many children and parents participate in this fun event that will raise money for our school and the Parents Association.
SCHOOL REPORTS School reports were released on Aladdin on Friday morning 12th June at 09:00 All parents/ guardians have been emailed the following: 1) A general information leaflet from the Department of Education about "Understanding Standardised Tests. 2) BIAP (Belfield Infant Assessment Profile Administered to Junior Infant) explanation. 3) MIST (Middle Infant Screen Test- Administered in Senior Infants) explanation. 4) NCCA (National Council for Curriculum and Assessment) STEN scores explained for classes 1st-6th.
TEACHER, SNA & ROOM ALLOCATION 2026/2027 We have begun the recruitment process for teachers & SNAs for the next academic year. It is a very lengthy process and we have to adhere to Department of Education and Patron guidelines. When we have a full complement of staff for 26/27 I will inform the whole school community at the same time. Currently, the only teacher definitely assigned to a class in Ms Smith who will take Junior Infants. Ms Smith has already met with the parents & incoming students. I appreciate your patience in the matter.
NEW DEPUTY PRINCIPAL APPOINTMENT Following the completion of the Deputy Principal interview process Aoife Cartwright was nominated and approved as the successful candidate. Aoife Cartwright will take over the role of Deputy Principal from Ms Catherine Ballance on her retirement from 31st August 2026. We wish Ms Cartwright every success in her role. The Board of Management.
FUNDRAISING WEEKLY DRAW The winner of this week’s draw was Audrey. Jack is in Junior Infants and Theo is in Senior Infants There is always great excitement and rapturous applause in our school assembly as the winners are announced. Please see the fundraiser link button on our website. Our Fundraiser Link. It would be hugely appreciated if you can contribute €5 for 3 lines, and you never know you might just win! Please pass the word on and invite friends and family. Remember, if you are not in you cannot win. Thank you for your support. The Parents' Association.
FRÁSAÍ NA MÍOSA/ GAEILGE/ CONTENT LANGUAGE INTEGRATED LEARNING Más féidir libh cabhrú le bhúr bpáiste frásaí na míosa a chleachtadh sa bhaile. / If you can please help your child practise these four Irish phrases of the month. 1. Tá an ghrian ag scoilteadh na gcloch / The sun is splitting the stones. 2. Lá breá atá ann/ It’s a lovely day. 3. Laethanta Saoire/ Holidays 4. Uachtar gréine/sun
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2026-2027 An email has been sent out to all parents/ guardians with the school holidays attached. The holiday dates are also available at this link. School Holidays 2026-2027.
BOOTERSTOWN CHILDCARE SERVICES: Booterstown childcare service is now finalising the bookings for September 2026.Please contact Najwa Mc Guinn on the details below. Very limited places available. Contact 087 3446188.
Kind regards, Noel Scully. Principal.