Tips for Parents - St. Mary's Boys National School, Booterstown

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

The school is positive in its encouragement of parents and supplies tips, and provides talks in association with the PA from time to time.

A Short Guide for Parents Who are Newly Arrived in Ireland.

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Summer Boredom Busters Challenge

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New Primary Curriculum

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Undertsanding Standardised Tests Tips and Supports for Parents

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Primary School Books Scheme 2025-2026

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DLR Libraries Opening Hours

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Supporting your Child when they are Reluctant to Attend school.

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Primary Schoolbook Scheme

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The What, Why and How of Your Child's Learning: Overview

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The What, Why and How for 5th & 6th Classes

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The What, Why and How for 3rd & 4th Classes

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The What, Why and How for 1st & 2nd Classes

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The What, Why and How for Junior Classes

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Back to School Clothing & Footwear Allowance

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Incoming Junior Infants Welcoming Presentation

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Helping Schools and Families keep Children Safe Online

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Information Note for Parents on ECCE

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Information Note Explaining Attendance Referrals

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Parental Complaints Procedure Updated 2023

Downloads: 108 | Size: 173811

Junior Infants Parents Welcome Presentation 2023.

Downloads: 155 | Size: 2121209

National Parent Council: Transition from Primary to Secondary.

Downloads: 184 | Size: 1505307

Webwise Cyberbullying Checklist

Downloads: 133 | Size: 102316

Webwise: Online Reputation Checklist

Downloads: 128 | Size: 101900

Online Safety Tips for Parents

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The Internet: A Parents Guide

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Cyber Bullying Tips from Webwise

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Online Safety Talking Points

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BIAP Assessment Explained.

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Tips for Parents of Children in Primary Schools

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Back To School Lunchbox Tips

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My Starting School Checklist

Downloads: 229 | Size: 922577

Moving From Pre-School to Primary

Downloads: 149 | Size: 121385

Mo Scéal Template from Pre-School to Primary School

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Incoming Junior Infants Leaflet

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STEN Scores Explained

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Hints and Tips for Supporting Children in Early Years

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Below are links to some websites which you may find useful

Incoming Junior Infants 2026-2027. Information Morning.

Downloads: 32

Junior Infants Information Morning for Parents-Guardians. 2026-2027.

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NCCA: Resources for Parents

Downloads: 125

Webwise: Support and Tips for Parents

Downloads: 63

Online Safety Advice and Screen Time Balance

Downloads: 165

Webwise: Setting Parental Controls

Downloads: 145

Webwise: Aps, Games and Age Limits

Downloads: 145

Help My Kid Learn

Downloads: 134

NRich Maths for Primary School Children

Downloads: 151

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Barnardos Online Safety Programme

Downloads: 167

Primary Language Curriculum Resources for Parents

Downloads: 187

Moving to Secondary School - Useful Links

Department of Education Letter Regarding Admissions to Secondary.

Downloads: 59 | Size: 136515

NEPS-HSE Transition to Secondary Sample Pack

Downloads: 196

Citizen's Advice Bureau: Moving To Secondary Schools

Downloads: 198

Schooldays: Transition from Primary School to Secondary School

Downloads: 151

Jigsaw Supporting the Transition to Secondary School

Downloads: 91

National Parents Council: Transition to Secondary School

Downloads: 169

Step Up to Secondary School

Downloads: 171

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