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School News 2023/24

Gort Cancer Support Fundraiser

On the 3/5/24 we wore blue for Gort Cancer Support Services. Thanks to parents & school community for supporting our fundraiser.


Heritage Visit 02/05/24

Second and Third Class had an educational school visit by Siobhán from Heritage Ireland on biodiversity and nature in the local environment.



Grandparents Day 2024

On the 24th of April we held Grandparents Day in Kiltartan National School. Grandparents were entertained with songs, music and poetry by the children. Grandparents then visited the children in their classes and finished the day with a well deserved cup of tea. Thank you Grandparents for spending this special day with us. It was an enjoyable and memorable day for all. Special thanks to Fr. Tommy for opening Grandparents Day. Special thank to parents for providing beautiful buns, cakes, sandwiches & refreshments for our Grandparents to enjoy. More photos available to view in our Gallery:  https://www.kiltartanschool.ie/pages/gallery.php


Author Eddie Lenihan Visit

On the 23rd of April author Eddie Lenihan visited Kiltartan National School providing an educational talk to First - Sixth Class on his work as an author & story teller. We were fascinated by the many tales of myth, magic and mystery told by a truly captivating Eddie Lenihan. 



Spelling Bee

Well done to Rían who represented our school in the annual Spelling Bee on the 9th of April in Tuam. Rían showcased fantastic spelling skills & did exceptionally well on the day.

 

Easter Fun

Our classes enjoyed Easter crafts & Easter egg hunts as we conclude Term 2. Have a lovely Easter Break.

 

FAI Annual 5-a-side Soccer

Well done to our 4th, 5th and 6th class boys who represented our school in the FAI annual 5-a-side soccer tournament held at a very wet Kiltullagh Astro recently. There were some super displays on show & a great day was had by all despite the weather conditions. Maith sibh!


Senior Basketball League

Well Done to Fifth & Sixth class who took part in our annual school basketball league on the 19th of March. Great teamwork and determination was observed by all on the day. Alisha and Rían were recognised for their sharp shooting throughout the tournament.


Seachtain na Gaeilge

We celebrated Seachtain na Gaeilge in our school this week culminating in a ‘Lá Glas’ (Green Day) & Céilí on Friday 15th of March. Lots of Gaeilge was spoken around the school and the pupils enjoyed celebrating the language and Irish culture. More photos available to view in our Gallery:  https://www.kiltartanschool.ie/pages/gallery.php



Hurling Training

Second to Sixth Class are enjoying weekly hurling training with Hugh Moylan as they develop their skill, fitness and most importantly enjoy taking part in the sport. 


Garda Visit

Many Thanks to Garda Ger Noughtan who visited KIltartan National School on the 13th of March providing an insight into the role of our local Gardaí and an important talk on Safety for all classes. 


World Book Day

On Thursday 7th March we celebrated World Book Day in KIltartan National School. The children dressed up as a character from their favourite book. 

 

Junior Entrepreneur Programme

We are so proud of our 5th and 6th class students who took part in the Junior Entrepeneur Programme. All of the children worked fantastically in their teams to achieve a profit. They are donating €400 of their profits to Gort Cancer Support. Thank you to the whole school community for supporting their Terrific Treats Sale. 



St. Brigid's Day

We marked the beginning of Spring here in Kiltartan National School where we learned about one of our most notable and important saints, St. Brigid. We learned about her history, her contribution and spread of christianity to early Pagan Ireland. Our Senior Classes used rushes to make St. Brigid's crosses whilst our junior classes used pipe cleaners & partook in activities such as creating St. Brigid's cloak using crepe paper and weaving. 

                                   


 

Olympic Handball

Fourth Class boys and girls took part in Olympic Handball on Tuesday 30th of January in Knocknacarra Sports Centre. Both teams showcased great teamwork, skill and enthusiasm. Well done to the boys and girls involved.

 

Peace Proms Concert 2024

On the 28th of January the children from Third, Fourth , Fifth and Sixth Class took part in the Peace Proms Concert in Limerick. The children performed alongside a choir of hundreds of children and accompanied by the Cross Border Orchestra of Ireland. It was a magical and memorable experience for all.


 

Gort Community School Musical

On the 17th of January 2024 Second to Sixth Class had a fantastic time enjoying 'The Adam's Family Musical' performed by the students of Gort Community School.

 

Educational talk by a Beekeeper - PJ Murphy 

Junior Infants to Sixth Class recieved a very interesting talk by Pj Murphy about his work as a beekeeper on the 16th of January 2024. The children learned about the process of creating honey, the various roles within a bee colony and its organisation. Sincere thanks to PJ Murphy for such and informative and fascinating talk for the pupils.

 

Santa Visit

We had a very special visitor in KIltartan National School on Wednesday 20th of December.

 

Christmas Mass

We had a Christmas Mass followed by a Carol Service in the school to conclude Term 1. Thank you to Father Tommy for a beautiful ceremony. Well done to the children from Junior Infants to SIxth who participated by reading, providing music and singing.


 

Junior Entrepreneur Programme

Fifth and SIxth Class took part in the Junior Entrepreneur Programme. The children worked together in groups to establish a product and company. Each group did a presentation for the whole school and our panel of 'Dragons'. Huge well done to all involved, the interest, ingenuity and ideas displayed during the presentations were truly fantastic.

Chapter Level Winners

Denis Bartley, Chairperson of Gort Credit Union presented Ava and Mollie with their prizes as in addition to placing First in the local level of the competition both girls have now won at Chapter Level. Huge well done.

 
Christmas Collection
Below is just a selection of the items generously donated by parents & our school community which will have such a positive impact on others in our local area this Christmas. Thank you for your kindness and support in making this possible. 
Christmas Cards
Second and Third Class have been busy spreading the festive cheer by creating Christmas cards for nursing home residents in Co. Galway.
 
Toy Show Party
Junior Infants to First Class had a Pyjama Toy Show Party complete with hot chocolate on the 24th of November.

 
Credit Union Art Competition
Congratulations to Ava Belton who placed 1st in the 8-10 years Category and Mollie Williams who placed 1st in the 7 years and under Category in the Gort Credit Union Art Competition. This is a great achievement and we are very proud of the artistic talent here in KIltartan National School.
 
Coole Park Visit
On the 23rd of November Junior Infants to Fourth Class visited Coole Park. The children went on a nature scavenger hunt and learned about the flora and fauna present in the visitor centre. As always, Coole Park proved a trip thoroughly enjoyed by all. More photos available to view in our gallery:  https://www.kiltartanschool.ie/pages/gallery.php
 
Science Week
Kiltartan National School hosted Science Week from the 13th -17th of November. Classes enjoyed experiments and scientific investigation. Junior Infants to Third Class took part in a Virtual Magical Science & Engineering Show with Scientific Sue. More photographs available to view in our gallery:  https://www.kiltartanschool.ie/pages/gallery.php
 
Happy Halloween
A fun filled Friday in Kiltartan National School as the children dressed up for Halloween.

Maths Week
Kiltartan National School took part in Maths Week from the 16th - 24th October. Classes completed hands on problem solving activities, played maths games, went on an outdoor Maths trail and took part in the Junior / Senior Maths Quiz. More photos are available to view in our gallery:  https://www.kiltartanschool.ie/pages/gallery.php

 
Athletics
Cogratulations to Éanna who placed 9th in the 3rd and 4th class Athletics Connaught Final. This is a huge achievement and we are very proud of Éanna and his sucess. 
 
GOAL
Kiltartan National School took part in GOAL's annual fundraising campaign 'Jersey Day' on the 13th of October. 

Fire Safety Week
We had fire safety week in Kiltartan National School from the 9th to the 13th of October. This year's theme was 'Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives - Test Yours Weekly.  Activities took place in classes exploring the importance of fire safety. We also had a whole school fire drill. 
 
Fire Safety Talk
Gort Fire & Rescue Team visited Kiltartan National School on the 10th of October. The children learned about the importance of fire safety, fire safety measures they can implement in their own lives as well as about the work of firemen in our local fire station. All class levels in the school were invited to come outside see and learn about the fire truck. It was an informative and enjoyable day for all. More photos available to view in our Gallery :  https://www.kiltartanschool.ie/pages/gallery.php

 

Swimming

Second to Sixth class children started swimming lessons in Kilcornan Swimming pool on the 11th October.

 

Athletics

Thirty pupils represented Kiltartan National School in the first round of Athletics in Renmore on the 26th of September. Congratulations to Molly, Senan and Eanna who qualified for the final on Otober 3rd. Well done to Eanna who now proceeds on to the Connaught Final. 

 

Hurling 

Well done to the KIltartan N.S. Hurling team who competed in the Boys Mini 7s Hurling in Clarinbridge. They represented our school well showing great skill and determination. 

 

Tag Rugby

Fifth and Sixth Class  took part in the Gort Community School TY Tag Rugby Blitz. A great day of sport and fun for all involved. Huge thanks to the Gort Community School TY students for organising this blitz. 

Gaelic Football

Boys from Fourth to Sixth Class competed in the Boys Mini 7s Gaelic Football Competition in Loughrea on the 4/10/23. The boys competed very well. 

Camogie

Girls from Fourth to Sixth Class competed in the Girls mini 7s Blitz in Gort. The girls demonstrated great skill and determination on the day. Well done to all involved.

School Mass

On the 27th of September Fr. Tommy celebrated a beautiful school mass in Kiltartan N.S. to mark the commencement of a new school year.  

 

 

 

 

School News 2022/23

Sports Day

On the 20th of June we had Sports Day in Kiltartan National School. The children had a fantastic day of activities such as a dance class, water race, egg and spoon race, sack race, tug of war, athletics, parachute games, basketball, tag rugby, penalty shoot out and volleyball. The day was concluded with the visit of an ice-cream van and of course a cooling treat for all. Well done to our Sixth Class who took on lead roles organising the games and activities throughout a day that was very much enjoyed by all. More photos available to view in our Gallery:  https://www.kiltartanschool.ie/pages/gallery.php

 

 

Amber Flag

This year Kiltartan National School recieved the Amber Flag in recognition of the work the Committee and the whole school community have done to promote well-being this year. Watch our video below to find out more about the Amber Flag Initiative in Kiltartan National School.

 

Green Flag

The Committee and the whole school community have worked hard this year to achieve our next Green Flag - Global Citizenship, Litter and Waste. Watch our video below to find out more about the Green School Initiative here in Kiltartan National School.

 

Loughwell Farm Park Junior & Senior Infants Tour

Junior & Senior Infants had a wonderful day on their school tour on the 15th of June in Loughwell Farm Park. More photographs available to view in our gallery: https://www.kiltartanschool.ie/pages/gallery.php.


Cumann na mBunscol Gaelic Football Final

Our senior girls did us very proud in the Cumann na mBunscol Gaelic Football Final in LoughGeorge. Well done- fantastic skill, teamwork and determination was demonstrated on the day.


Teddy Bear Picnic

Fun in the sun at our teddy bear picnic. More photos are available to view in our gallery.

 

Burren Trip

Third to Fifth Class went to the Burren on a field trip learning about biodiversity and the flora / fauna present. 

 

Hurling 

Junior and Senior Infants enjoy Hurling training in Kiltartan National School.

 

Kiltartan NS supports Rory Best

It was an exciting morning in Kiltartan National School on the 24th of May as the children lined the road celebrating and cheering on Rory Best as he walked by our school on his 330km walk across Ireland in a bid to raise €2m for child cancer services.

 

UL Sport Adventure Centre 3rd & 4th Class Tour

Third and Fourth Class went on their school tour to UL Sport Adventure Centre on the 19th of May. An action packed and fun filled day was enjoyed by all. More photos available to view in our gallery:  https://www.kiltartanschool.ie/pages/gallery.php

 

Spring Clean

Kiltartan National School children did a fantastic job ensuring our school grounds and surroundings were clean as part of our annual Spring Clean. More photos available to view in our Gallery:

https://www.kiltartanschool.ie/pages/gallery.php

 

School Basketball Tournament

Our senior classes demonstrated great team effort and skill as they competed in a mini basketball tournament cheered on by the more junior classes in the school. Well done to all.

 

Kiltartan School Music Video

Our School Choir had great fun recording the song 'Hall of Fame' and creating a music video using drone footage of our school. Watch below:

 

 

Penpals

4th class are currently in contact with a school based in Serent, in the north west of France in the form of penpals. Recently we created and designed cards, introduced ourselves and told our penpals a little about ourselves, our school, our interests and where we live both in English and in French. We spent the last few weeks learning simple words and phrases in French. We are very much looking forward to hearing back from our new friends from France.

 

Drumming Workshop

All classes in Kiltartan National School enjoyed a fun and exciting drumming workshop with Drumadore.

 

Hurling and Camogie Coach

We are delighted to have Galway hurling star Cianan Fahy here in our school every Wednesday coaching our young hurlers and camogie players. A big thank you to Gort GAA club and St. Colman's camogie club for facilitating this wonderful opportunity for our school. We look forward to improving our skills and having fun with our friends on the pitch over the next few weeks and months.

 

Lego We Do Kits

4th class are currently exploring the world of computing and science in the form of Lego We Do. 2.0 Kits. We worked together in groups to design , create, build and program inventions, robots and projects. We have learned to program them to move in various ways and directions, to make sounds and to illuminate in various colours. It encourages teamwork, colabaoration, intuition and problem solving.

 

Well-being Week

Well-being Week took place in Kiltartan National School from 27th-31st of March. 

 

Easter Fun

Our Junior classes had great fun embarking on an Easter Egg Hunt around the school grounds.

 

Grandparents Day

We had a very special day on March 15th for Grandparents Day. It was so lovely to welcome all the grandparents from near and far back to our school again after all the various restrictions and lockdowns. It really was a lovely day and thanks to all who attended, to our Parents Association for providing refreshments for our special guests, and to all the staff for preparing the pupils and facilitating the day. Thanks also to Fr Pat for calling, his kind words and giving a blessing.

Photos from Grandparents Day available to view and download from our gallery:  https://www.kiltartanschool.ie/pages/gallery.php

 

Seachtain na Gaeilge

Seactaine na Gaelige was celebrated with comortós, ealaín deas, postaer, ceolchoirm agus Tráth na gCeist. Maith Thú gach duine!

 

Coole Park Wildlife Presentation

On the 28th of February all class levels recieved an informative and interesting presentation on local wildlife by experts from the Coole Park Visitor Centre. The children loved learning about animals such as the fox, squirrel, badger, pine marten and hedgehog through the interactive presentation.  More photos available to view on ou Gallery.

 

Pancake Tuesday

Smiles all round as classes in Kiltartan National School enjoy pancakes on Shrove Tuesday 21st Febraury 2023.

 

Chalk Fun

Junior and Senior Infants had great fun at break time using chalk to create wonderful decorations, drawings and designs on the playground.

 

Valentine's Day

Love was in the air in Kiltartan National School as the children created beautiful cards and art pieces for their family and friends.

 

St. Brigid's Crosses

We marked the beginning of Spring here in Kiltartan NS where we learned about one of our most notable and important saints, St. Brigid. We learned about her history, her contribution and spread of christianity to early Pagan Ireland. We then gathered rushes and learned how to make St. Brigid;s Crosses. They required a lot of skill, technique and teamwork to create. We then place them above the doors and entrances in our houses to guard our homes from any danger and keep all safe within.

 

Olympic Handball

Fourth Class in Kiltartan National School took part in an Olympic Handball Tournament. This was the first time our school has had a Handball team and entered into an Olympic Handball Tournament. The children demonstrated great skill, determination and ability as they competed against various other teams on the day. Well Done to the boys and girls involved, a new and exciting venture for our school.

 

Peace Proms Concert

Pupils from Third to Sixth Class took part in the Peace Proms Concert in the University of Limerick on the 28th of January. The children performed accompanied by a full Symphony Youth Orchestra and Conductor. It was a magical experience for all involved and a culmination of the effort, interest & dedication the children demonstrated in preperation for this event. Well Done to all involved.

 

Credit Union Quiz

We had a 6th class and 4th class team represent Kiltartan National School in the Junior and Senior Category of the Credit Union Quiz on the 28th of January. Both teams did a fantastic job & our school very proud throughout the Credit Union Quiz rounds. Well done to all.

 

Yoga

The children of Kiltartan National School started the New Year on a positive note commencing three weeks of mindful yoga classes. Each week our classes had a different theme, such as, (1) yoga for our worries / anxiety (feelings and emotions), (2) how to balance (in yoga and life) and (3) kindness (to ourselves and all). These are so beneficial for children and also relevant to the SPHE program curriculum.  Classes focused on building connections and most importantly it was about the children having fun.  In the classes the children engaged in breathing techniques, yoga poses, music, games, adventure and relaxation.  The children also worked together to co-create their yoga poses, stimulating their imaginations, overall building strength and flexibility both in their mind and body. Sincere thanks to Yoga Instructor Michelle Carney for providing such an enriching experience for the children. To find out more about Mindful Yoga Fun with Yoga Intructor Michelle Carney Tel.  0876862533  Email:   mindfulyogafun@gmail.com     Instagram: @mindful_yoga_fun

 

 

Back to the 80s Musical

Third to Sixth Class took a trip to watch Gort Community School's production of 'Back to the 80s'. The children thoroughly enjoyed the show, performances and music.

    

 

Ukraine Fundraiser

Some of our First and Second Class children had an idea to organise a fundraiser for the people of Ukraine. The children shared their idea with their class teacher Ms, MacLverty who was impressed by their caring sentiment and was eager, along with their classmates to join in & support with the organisation of the fundraiser. First and Second Class children worked together to plan, prepare and host a fantastic fundraising fair complete with their own crafts, paintings, baking and raffle in November. The children raised 400 euro which was presented to a local Ukrainian Group in Gort on the 20th of January. Many Thanks to the parents and school community for making the children's fundraiser a great success. 

  

 

Christmas Carol Service

To conclude the school term we had a Mass in St. Attracta's Church followed by Christmas Carols performed by the children of Kiltartan National School . Many Thanks to Father Tommy for a beautiful ceremony.
 
 
Santa visits Kiltartan
On the 19th of December Santa came to visit all of the children in Kiltartan National School and surprised them with a selection box each.
 
Galway Hospice Festive Fashion Friday
Kiltartan National School took part in Galway Hospice Festive Fashion Friday. Thank you to all who wore their Christmas Jumpers and supported this great cause.
 
 
Christmas Show Trip 
On the 16th of December Junior and Senior Infants travelled to a Christmas Show in Ennis. The children had a wonderful time enjoying the performance and songs, the children were even joined by the class ELves who insisted on accompanying them on the day out
                                                           
Cycling 
4th & 5th Class recently completed a 2-Day Cycling Course. We had a great time on our bikes with our friends and learned some invaluable information on how to be safe on our very busy and dangerous roads. We had lots of fun and everyone really enjoyed the training and putting our new skills and knowledge into practice. A huge thanks to our course instructors Richard and Leroy.
    
Christmas Shoebox Appeal
Kiltartan National School took part in the Team Hope Christmas Shoebox appeal. Team Hope’s Christmas Shoebox Appeal is an annual campaign that delivers gifts straight into the hands of children affected by poverty across the world. Thank you to the children and parents of Kiltartan National School for the effort and thought put into creating these fantastic gift boxes and spreading the Christmas spirit.
        
 
Science Week
The children in Kiltartan National school enjoyed applying their developing skills of questioning, observing and predicting as they completed Science experiments.
 
 
Irish Workhouse Centre Trip
The children in 5th and 6th Class visited the Irish Workhouse Centre in Portumna, County Galway. Located in a real workhouse it is the only centre of its kind in Ireland and provides a great insight into the history of workhouses and the lives of people in Ireland in the 1800s.
    
 
Peace Proms 
This children in 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th Class are busily preparing for the Peace Proms. The Peace proms is organised by the CBOI (Cross Border Orchestra of Ireland). The children will participate in one choral workshop, a rehearsal on the day of the concert with the orchestra and of course the concluding concert.  The Peace Proms is set to be an enriching and exciting opportunity for the children involved.
 
Origami Workshop
3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th class took part in an Origami workshop led by Origami specialist Tom Cuffe on the 30th of November. Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding. The children enjoyed learning about and experimenting with this art form to create their very own Origami sculptures.
 
Norman Castle Projects 
The children in 5th and 6th Class worked in small groups to research, prepare and present projects of Norman Castles. Well done to all.
 
Halloween Fancy Dress Day
The children in Kiltartan National School celebrated Halloween with a Fancy Dress Day.
 
Coole Park Trip
Junior Infants to Sixth Class went on a field trip to Coole Park on the 20th of October. The children were taken on a guided Autumn walk where they explored, observed and learned about seasonal changes as well as the broad range of flora and fauna present in this beautiful Nature Reserve.
 
Garda Football Final 
6th Class boys & girls Gaelic Football Team demonstrated great skill and perseverance as they overcame many tough competing school teams to win the Garda 7 a-side Football Blitz in October.
  
Fire Safety Talk
The children in 3rd to 6th Class received a fire safety talk by members of the Gort Fire & Rescue Team. The children learned about the importance of fire safety, fire safety measures they can implement in their own lives as well as about the work of firemen in our local fire station. All class levels in the school were invited to come outside see and learn about the fire truck. It was an informative and enjoyable day for all.
                   
Kiltartan Museum Trip
On the 26th of September 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Class visited the award winning Kiltartan Gregory Museum. The Kiltartan Gregory Museum is a restored former schoolhouse dedicated to the memory of playwright Lady Augusta Gregory. The children learned a lot from the educational trip about local history, observed memorabilia, artefacts and manuscripts from Coole House and experienced a recreated early Irish classroom which transported them back to school life in the nineteenth century.
Junior Infants 2022/23
Kiltartan National School welcome our new Junior Infants.