Physical Activity

  • Keeping fit and active

    Keeping fit and active

    Pupils from all classes engage in active breaks each day to keep their minds and bodies fit and healthy. This year we participated in the Olympic Movement Break Challenge. Each day pupils take on the Daily Mile. We are hoping to take part in the Run Across Europe Challenge next Month and reach as far […]
  • Active Learning Outdoors

    Active Learning Outdoors

    We make use of the nearby green areas, forest and the school field for active learning. This year we explored the local nearby green areas searching for mini-beasts and other creatures. We partner with The Local Heritage Council for these workshops.
  • Badminton

    Badminton

    Children from 4th and 6th participated in a Badminton blitz as part of the Kerry Badminton Primary Schools competition. This gave children the opportunity to practice their badminton skills against other schools.
  • Dance

    Dance

    Children engaged in learning new dance routines during the year. The whole school came together to perform the dance routines on the school yard.
  • Wheelie Wednesday

    Wheelie Wednesday

    Pupils got the opportunity to bring in their best wheels and practice a different form of fitness on bikes, scooters and go-karts.
  • Cross country

    Cross country

    Pupils developed their fitness by participating in the daily mile challenges each week and also competing in the Cumann na mBunscoil competitions.
  • Buddy Activities

    Buddy Activities

    Pupils from the senior classes enjoy organising and facilitating activities for the younger classes.
  • Walks around the locality

    Walks around the locality

    Children frequently enjoy walks through the local forestry and through the village as part of their active breaks.
  • Yoga

    Yoga

    Children participated in yoga activities to develop balance.
  • Sports Day

    Sports Day

    We had Sports Day on Monday 17th June. Lots of fun activities going on!