Tag: Cloghoula N.S.

First Holy Communion Ceremony for Courtney & Saoirse

A very impressive First Holy Communion ceremony took place in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Ballydaly on Saturday, 27th April 2024.   The two children receiving the Sacrament were Courtney Twomey and Saoirse Murphy – both pupils of Cloghoula N.S..   The Celebrant was Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P., Millstreet.   Here we share a selection of images from the very special event.   Tap on the pictures to enlarge. (S.R.)

Both of these above pictures were taken by Photographer supreme – Geraldine Dennehy.

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Cloghoula N.S. Open Day on Tuesday 30th May 2023

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We share images of some recent activities in Cloghoula N.S. and congratulate their hurling/camogie team as well as wishing them well in the upcoming Duhallow Sciath na Scol Hurling/Camogie Final. [read more …] “Cloghoula N.S. Open Day on Tuesday 30th May 2023”

Celebrating Halloween & Shoebox Appeal at Cloghoula N.S.

We share a selection of superbly colourful images of Pupils in Cloghoula N.S. wearing wonderfully creative costumes for Halloween.  And we view the inspiring generosity of their TEAM HOPE Christmas Shoebox Appeal donations.  Tap on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.) [read more …] “Celebrating Halloween & Shoebox Appeal at Cloghoula N.S.”

Fruitful Nature and Exciting Sport at Cloghoula N.S.

Having grown potatoes, carrots, parsnips, tomatoes, onions, cabbage, lettuce, mangetout, brussel sprouts and strawberries the pupils of Cloghoula National School are now harvesting the fruits of their labours.   Tap on the 18 images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Back to school fun enjoying new sports equipment at Cloghoula N.S.. We wish the Pupils and Staff a very Happy School Year.

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Cloghoula N.S. First Holy Communion 2022 in Ballydaly Church

Blessed with beautiful weather five children from Cloghoula N.S. received their First Holy Communion in the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes in Ballydaly on Saturday, 30th April 2022 in the presence of a large congregation, Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P. and Cloghoula N.S. Principal, Mary Murphy.   Here we share four of Geraldine Dennehy’s superb images recalling the wonderfully happy occasion.  Tap on the pictures to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Wonderfully Busy Science Week 2021 at Cloghoula N.S.

An exciting week of great discoveries and scientific activities took place during the recent Science Week 2021 at Cloghoula N.S..  Here we share a selection of images showing the dedicated young “Scientists” at work on various experiments!  Tap on the pictures to enlarge.  (S.R.) [read more …] “Wonderfully Busy Science Week 2021 at Cloghoula N.S.”

Cloghoula N.S. Celebrates World Book Day, Engineering Week and Exploring Nature

What a wonderful amount of uplifting activities has been happening at Cloghoula N.S. on its first week back to school.   Tap on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

The Pupils of Cloghoula N.S. had great fun in their wonderfully colourful costumes celebrating World Book Day (See individual images below also).
The Pupils’ very impressive creations marking Engineering Week.
Discovering Daffodils growing in the trunks of the Trees as the Pupils Explore Nature.
Remembering the great joy of the Nativity Play (safely produced in their Pod) just before the most recent Lockdown began.

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Splendid First Holy Communion Ceremony for Cloghoula N.S. on Saturday

The three children from Cloghoula N.S. – Cai, Victoria and Ellen – who received their First Holy Communion at the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes in Ballydaly on Saturday, 12th Sept. 2020. Also included in our picture – Principal, Mary Murphy and Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P., Millstreet. Tap on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

Graduation 2020 at Cloghoula N.S.

We extend our sincere congratulations to Sophia Serreli and to Patrick Gilbourne on their recent Graduation from Cloghoula N.S..  We wish them every success and happiness in their Post-Primary Education.   We share the following four images of such a very important uplifting occasion.   Tap on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Sophia Serreli with her mother Denise
Patrick Gilbourne with his parents Raymond and Gillian and his sister Margaux

Millstreet Credit Union Sponsorships

As well as their recent presentation to the Canon O’Donovan Day Care Centre, kudos must go to Millstreet Credit Union who have been sponsoring a number of local schools and organisations. These include :
Rathcoole Rovers F.C.,
Banteer Community Sportsfield,
St. Brendan’s National School Parents Association,Rathcoole,
Millstreet Athletic Club Willie Neenan Memorial 5 Mile Road Race,
Carriganima National School Sensory Garden, and
Cloghoula National School.

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Cookery, Science & Art Wonderfully Explored at Cloghoula N.S.

Cloghoula N.S. are delighted to have been selected as one of only fifty schools in Ireland to take part in the new primary schools Cooking All Stars programme with SuperValu. All pupils have enjoyed cooking and eating the healthy, nutritious recipes.  Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

During Science Week, an ecological expert introduced the pupils to a wide
range of wild Irish animals, including live mice and voles.

All pupils have designed and are having their own unique Christmas card
printed in time for Christmas.

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Cloghoula N.S. Begins New School Year

Wednesday, 29th August 2018 saw the first day of the new school year for Cloghoula N.S..  Here we share three images recorded this morning.  We wish the Pupils and Staff of all schools – primary and post-primary – every success and fulfilment throughout a wonderfully fruitful school year.  Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Superbly creative Junior Infant Pupils very happy on their first day of the new school year.
Pupils and Staff of Cloghoula N.S. pictured this morning on their first day of term.

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Wonderfully Welcoming Open Day 2018 at Cloghoula N.S.

On Wednesday, 25th April 2018 Cloghoula N.S. held a superbly welcoming Open Day which was so enjoyed by its new Entrants (three of whom we feature here – Donnacha, Evan and Kayden).  It was truly inspiring to note how the established Pupils at the school were so wonderfully caring, helpful and supportive to the new Entrants.  The entire Staff created an uplifting cheerful atmosphere for the Entrants who were experiencing Primary Education for their very first time.  Here we meet some of the new Entrants enthusiastically participating in the many creative activities.  We share a selection of images to give an insight into the educational happening.   Click on the images to enlarge.  (S.R.)

Cloghoula N.S. being creatively represented at the recent “Wear Your Waste” Competition in Millstreet Community School.
The very picturesque view from the School.

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Cloghoula N.S. Awarded Important Prestigious Safety Flag

Cloghoula N.S. was awarded the highly prestigious Safety Flag on Wednesday, 22nd March 2017. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Principal, Mary Murphy welcomes Caroline Casey – Cork County Council Education Officer for Road, Water and Farm – to Cloghoula N.S.. Caroline who hails from Banteer and is a sister of Rita Buckley provided superb illustrated talks on Road, Water and Farm Safety before presenting the very important Safety Flag to the School. Sincere congratulations to all involved.

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First Day at Cloghoula National School 2016

Calvin, Cai and Kevin engrossed in colourful construction activities - building towards the future! Pictured on their First Day in Junior Infants at Cloghoula N.S., Millstreet. Below the three boys join with other Pupils and Staff during Break on the bright autumnal morning. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Calvin, Cai and Kevin engrossed in colourful construction activities – building towards the future! Pictured on their First Day (Wednesday, 31st Aug. 2016) in Junior Infants at Cloghoula N.S., Millstreet. Below the three boys join with other Pupils and Staff during Break on the bright autumnal morning. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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