News archive - Scoil Iósaif Naofa - ORANMORE BOYS NS

Scoil Iósaif Naofa, Maree Rd, Oranmore

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Credit Union Quiz

Well done to the quiz team of Cormac, Eoin, Fiachra and Brian who came second in the St. Columba's Credit Union Quiz Competition. The boys performed superbly and answered some very difficult questions.

04 February 2019

Grandparents Day 2019

We loved having our Grandparents come to visit our school this week. It was really special to be able to show them our school and our classrooms and we really enjoyed performing for all our guests. Thank you to all the grandparents who made it in and for answering our questions. We hope you enjoyed the day as much as we did.

01 February 2019

Guzzler talks Sustainable Energy

We had two very special guests this week. Will Softly and Guzzler from SEAI (that’s the Sustainable Energy Association of Ireland), came to talk to us about all the different ways of saving energy and about Energy Chains. Did you know, that we get our energy from the sun? It’s called solar power! Will has also kindly invited us to visit him in Brigit’s Garden.

01 February 2019

Chess Jamboree

We loved welcoming Ms. Ní Chártaigh’s First Class into our room to have our first Chess Jamboree just before Christmas. All the boys really enjoyed the event and putting our new chess skills into play.

01 February 2019

Artist in Residence

We are so lucky to be able to work with our Artist in Residence, Ann, for the next 7 weeks. The boys are looking forward to building up their Art Portfolios and learning new skills.

01 February 2019

What makes a boat float?

We were learning about forces and energy and what could make a boat float. We investigated this by designing a boat that would float and carry at least four passengers. It was very tricky coming up with the best design and shape for our boats but we managed to get some boats to float without sinking. One group even managed to fit forty passengers!!😁

31 January 2019

Our posts

Credit Union Quiz

Well done to the quiz team of Cormac, Eoin, Fiachra and Brian who came second in the St. Columba's Credit Union Quiz Competition. The boys performed superbly and answered some very difficult questions.

04 February 2019

Grandparents Day 2019

We loved having our Grandparents come to visit our school this week. It was really special to be able to show them our school and our classrooms and we really enjoyed performing for all our guests. Thank you to all the grandparents who made it in and for answering our questions. We hope you enjoyed the day as much as we did.

01 February 2019

Guzzler talks Sustainable Energy

We had two very special guests this week. Will Softly and Guzzler from SEAI (that’s the Sustainable Energy Association of Ireland), came to talk to us about all the different ways of saving energy and about Energy Chains. Did you know, that we get our energy from the sun? It’s called solar power! Will has also kindly invited us to visit him in Brigit’s Garden.

01 February 2019

Chess Jamboree

We loved welcoming Ms. Ní Chártaigh’s First Class into our room to have our first Chess Jamboree just before Christmas. All the boys really enjoyed the event and putting our new chess skills into play.

01 February 2019

Artist in Residence

We are so lucky to be able to work with our Artist in Residence, Ann, for the next 7 weeks. The boys are looking forward to building up their Art Portfolios and learning new skills.

01 February 2019

What makes a boat float?

We were learning about forces and energy and what could make a boat float. We investigated this by designing a boat that would float and carry at least four passengers. It was very tricky coming up with the best design and shape for our boats but we managed to get some boats to float without sinking. One group even managed to fit forty passengers!!😁

31 January 2019

Scoil Iósaif Naofa is an all-Boys Primary School, catering for students from First to Sixth class, in which we strive to provide a well ordered, caring, happy and secure environment where learning opportunities abound. Our school fosters a welcoming, positive and inclusive climate where values of self - worth, respect, equality and understanding are cherished and promoted.

Scoil Iósaif Naofa is a place to grow in friendship and life learning and when your child leaves at the end of sixth class we always hope to send them off being fully equipped to walk well through the rest of their education and life.

Scoil Iósaif Naofa is a vibrant and multicultural community which embraces all creeds, religions and backgrounds while promoting our Catholic ethos.

We promote an appreciation and love of Irish culture and language while also forging a knowledge of and respect for other cultures within our school. Our school motto is “Amor Vincit Omnia” which translates to ‘Love conquers all’. We aspire to holding this motto as part of our daily interactions and teachings.

Scoil Iósaif Naofa affords many opportunities for our pupils to thrive and to develop their own strengths and talents. Opportunities such as band, choir, football, hurling, handball, basketball, soccer, drama, athletics, swimming, debating, quizzes, are but a few of the many experiences we provide for our pupils. Scoil Iósaif Naofa holds many County, Provincial and All Ireland titles for our sporting achievements. Our Trophy Cabinet says it all.

Over the years we have built up and sustained many school awards through hard work, dedication and a love of learning amongst our dedicated staff and pupils. We have just been awarded our 8th Green Schools Award. We are committed to STEM progress in our school having just received our annual accolade of ‘Discovery Primary Science and Maths’ award. We are an active school and pride ourselves in our Active Schools status. Our most recent success has been in receiving our Digital schools of Distinction Award. We are a proactive and progressive school and take huge pride in the wealth of experiences we provide for our pupils.

Our pupils thrive because they are supported, encouraged, cared for and given a real sense of belonging. Leadership is fostered through the establishment of the Students Council, Green Schools committee, Health promotions Committee, The Active Schools Committee. All children learn the importance of teamwork, respect and commitment through their involvement in these committees.

As Principal of Scoil Iósaif Naofa It is an absolute privilege to be a part of such a wonderful school community. Our 271 pupils, 17 teachers, 7 SNAs, School Secretary, Caretaker, and Parents are what make Scoil Iósaif Naofa a unique school and one we are immensely proud of.

Le gach dea-ghuí,

Maeve Meeneghan