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Latest news from St. Annin’s National School

Banish the Back to School Blues at St. Annin’s September Fest


It’s that time of year again when children and parents alike are struggling with the return to routine. Early starts, packed lunches, homework and after-school activities, a far cry from the lazy days of summer. What better way to brighten up your September than with a great day out for all the family? St. Annin’s […]

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St. Annin’s September Fest


On Sunday 10th of September 2017 we are planning a festival to be held at Killannin Community Centre. The event will host a number of fun activities for all the family including: family skills challenge individual obstacle course bouncy castle village emergency services displays BBQ, food and street stalls toys, books, handbags, and accessories sale […]

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Third Class Visit Aughnanure Castle


3rd Class had a fantastic trip today to Aughnanure Castle. We had a most informative guided tour of the castle from the guides Jenny and Mary. We sat in the sunshine and did some amazing drawings. Luckily the sun stayed shining and we were able to have our lunch outside. We ended the day with […]

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FIRST LEGO League Jr


This year the children from 2nd class at St Annin’s took part in the FIRST LEGO League Jr. programme which culminated in an exhibition at the Radisson Blu hotel on 04 April. St Annin’s is one of just 15 schools in Galway City and County involved in the programme which is designed to introduce STEM concepts to […]

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SKIPnROPE Workshop


The school recently welcomed the SKIPnROPE workshop. “The aim of the workshop is to introduce children and teachers to the world of skipping. Skipping is a terrific form of exercise that helps a child’s agility, balance, hand-eye co-ordination and can increase speed through footwork. It teaches children about rhythm and when put into team routines, […]

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Daffodil Day


On 24th March the school turned yellow for Daffodil Day to raise €760 for the Irish Cancer Society. It was fitting to see the daffodils planted by pupils in the Autumn of 2014 picked and sold for this great occasion. It was a beautiful day and the kids and school looked wonderful.

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Science Week


During Science Week in November, “Little Cells” a scientific outreach program based at NUI, Galway visited Senior Infants and 2nd class. Students were introduced to the concept of cells that make up our body and had great fun learning how different organs communicate with each other through interactive play and hands on projects. At the end […]

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