School News

Last week children from 3rd to 6th Class were invited to discover the amazing world of chess with Mr Doyle. Chess is a wonderful game that helps children develop important skills such as problem-solving, concentration, creativity, and strategic thinking — all while...

As Anti-Bullying Week comes to a close, we reflect on a meaningful and inspiring week. This year’s theme encouraged students to promote kindness and celebrate differences. Throughout the week, pupils demonstrated empathy and a strong commitment to creating a safe and...

As part of Anti-Bullying Week, our Student Council invited everyone to take part in a Poster Competition designed to promote kindness and respect.The posters designed across the school highlighted themes of friendship, empathy and the importance of being kind to each...

Today our school took part in Odd Sock Day, a fun and colourful way to celebrate Anti-Bullying Week. Pupils and staff came to school wearing their brightest and most mismatched socks to celebrate what makes each of us unique! Odd Sock Day is all about expressing...

This Anti-Bullying Week, the infants are taking inspiration from the beautiful story “Have You Filled a Bucket Today?” and exploring it through play. This book uses the metaphor of an invisible bucket to teach children about kindness and positive behaviour. When you...

This week is Anti Bullying Week in our school. This week helps raise awareness about the impact of bullying and encourages kindness, respect, and inclusion among students. All classes will be exploring the theme through different lessons throughout the week....

Aughacasla National School is now open for Junior Infant enrolments for September 2026. Please click here to view our Annual Admission Notice  The closing date for acceptance of enrolment forms is March 1st 2026. This year’s enrolment form can be found on our Policy...

With Halloween fast approaching, the theme for Learning Through Play last week was the book ‘Room on the Broom’. The children explored the curriculum through different group activities. There were four groups – art station, playdough group, writing and role play. The...

A big thank you to our Parent Association for putting together such wonderful Halloween goodie bags! We also wish to thank the local business, All Real Protein Bars, for generously sponsoring the bars included in the goodie bags. Their support, together with the...

Aughacasla National School is now open for Junior Infant enrolments for September 2026. Please click here to view our Annual Admission Notice  The closing date for acceptance of enrolment forms is March 1st 2026. This year’s enrolment form can be found on our Policy...