The homelike quality of our school contributes to a relaxed, focused experience for the child. Our indoor classroom activities are placed on open shelves for selection as interest and readiness inspires the child. Our outdoor environment offers a beautiful developed playground with manipulatives, tricycles, pets, and gardens.
2nd class – squirrel school in the rain!
2nd class are learning lots about squirrels. We have learned about the differences between our native red squirrels and the grey squirrels that only came to Ireland in 1911. We learned that baby squirrels are called kittens and that they nest in dreys. We learned …
Senior Infants – fun and challenges in the rain!
There are many benefits to playing in the rain. It gives our senses new sights, smells, textures and sounds which stimulate brain development. It encourages creative thinking and gross motor movement skills. It builds our resilience and develops our self confidence as we learn how …
2nd class – Autumn clay creations & forest fun
2nd class were learning all about wood mice. What do they look like? Would wood mice live on Killiney Hill? What would they eat? Where would be cosy to make their nests? Are there pathways near our base where they forage? Where they would find …
2nd class – squirrel school in the rain!
2nd class are learning lots about squirrels. We have learned about the differences between our native red squirrels and the grey squirrels that only came to Ireland in 1911. We learned that baby squirrels are called kittens and that they nest in dreys. We learned …
Senior Infants – fun and challenges in the rain!
There are many benefits to playing in the rain. It gives our senses new sights, smells, textures and sounds which stimulate brain development. It encourages creative thinking and gross motor movement skills. It builds our resilience and develops our self confidence as we learn how …
2nd class – Autumn clay creations & forest fun
2nd class were learning all about wood mice. What do they look like? Would wood mice live on Killiney Hill? What would they eat? Where would be cosy to make their nests? Are there pathways near our base where they forage? Where they would find …
