Physical Education

January 10, 2024Physical Education, School lifeby Miriam Hurley

A lively start to the new year 2024

Children have shared lots of stories about the good times they enjoyed during the holidays. How fortunate we are to live in a peaceful, prosperous country. Buddies talked with one another to share memories from 2023. Senior Infants were excited about telling their 6th class …

July 6, 2023Physical Educationby Miriam Hurley

Congratulations to our teacher Amy Wall

How fortunate are we at DSP to have the European and World Kick-boxing champion teaching with us. Amy, a gentle, kind, hardworking and compassionate teacher showed her determination and fitness when she won the European kick-boxing title last weekend. Congratulations to Amy. If you have …

June 30, 2023Outdoor Learning, Physical Educationby Miriam Hurley

Sports Galore at DSP

DSP has enjoyed a super year of sport. Our hockey, GAA and soccer teams represented the school very well in several inter-schools leagues. Big thanks to parents Graham and Laura for training the boys and girls soccer teams. Sincere thanks to Cara for her commitment …

June 21, 2023Physical Education, School lifeby Miriam Hurley

Map for Be a Good Sport Day

Come with a smile, plenty of water, sunscreen and rain gear! Be gentle with children who might feel overwhelmed. Be kind to one another and especially the staff! Donations for Down syndrome Ireland would be greatly appreciated – €2.00 per child for ice cream.

March 29, 2023Outdoor Learning, Physical Education, School lifeby Miriam Hurley

Walk for Water

At DSP we continue to be wowed by the extraordinary teachers and parents who offer so freely of their time and energy. The Green Committee participated in a Walk for Water event in Glendalough. Participants carried water up the Spinc as awareness building on how …

January 17, 2023Physical Educationby Miriam Hurley

Dance and Gymnastics

We welcome back teachers Molly (dance), Louise and Sky (gymnastics) who are teaching new classes this term.

October 27, 2022Physical Educationby Miriam Hurley