News & Events

School Rugby

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Our U17’s Rugby team took part in a local blitz against Nenagh CBS. They played three 15-minute games with an even score of 3-3 after the first. CBS edged ahead in the second game with a final score of 6 -4
We took a two try lead early on and remained extremely competitive all throughout the game. A Conor Ryan try in the final third brought the score to 6-5 but the blitz finished with a score of 10-5 to CBS.
A number of standout performances from our guts including all our try scorers, Oisin Ryan in the centre, Cullin o Brien at scrum half and Thomas Ryan and Daire Boland who carried strongly throughout
Well done to all involved and a mention also for the speedy recovery of Oisin Ryan who picked up a hand injury.
 
Our U15s also put in a strong showing at the local blitz, narrowly losing to a solid CBS side who went on to beat Borrisokane 5-0. Great effort from the team throughout!

Art Tour of Limerick

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🎨 Our First Year Art Group had an inspiring trip to the Limerick Hunt Museum on Thursday, 15th May, as part of their preparation for the Summer Assessment. 🖼️
 
They were guided by their Art Teacher, Ms Beirne, along with Ms Ruiz and SNA Becky.
 
Students also got to experience the vibrant world of Limerick Drawout Graffiti Art as the second part of the tour! 🎨🧑‍🎨✨

Alzheimer’s Association

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Well done to our Transition Year students who organised an Easter Egg and Teddy Bear Raffle and raised €150 for the Alzheimer’s association of Ireland; pictured here is Catherine O Keeffe TY year head and Breda O Meara of the Alzheimer’s association. 

Third Year Habitat and Biodiversity study

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Our 3rd year students had a great day of scientific exploration in Cabragh Wetlands in Thurles last week. We went to the wetlands to conduct our Habitat and Biodiversity studies for Junior Cycle Science. While there the students got to use the equipment and explore the natural world around them and to learn more about the web of life that sustains our planet. A huge thank you to all the staff at Cabragh Wetlands for a great experience on the day.

5th Biology Habitat Exploration

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Our 5th Biology students had an incredible hands-on learning experience! They explored habitats in the woods around Birr Education Centre. This experience gave the students a deep appreciation for the intricate balance of ecosystems—observing flora and fauna, using ecology equipment, and studying adaptations all bring textbook concepts to life.

Nenagh & District Mental Health Association

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Ms O Keeffe would like to thank the TY students who volunteered to fund raise for Nenagh & District Mental Health Association.   The following students: Kayleigh McAuliffe, Angela Boldescu, Ruari O’Dwyer, Daire Boland, Zoe Parker, Blanca Wrona, Killian Lane and Jack Quinlivan rattled the buckets and helped raise money for a worthy cause. Thanks to everyone who contributed. 

Killary Adventure Centre

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On Tuesday 06/05/2025, Transition year students and our 5th Spanish exchange students visited Killary Adventure Centre in Leenane, Co. Galway. The overnight trip was a perfect way to highlight what has been achieved this year! What a trip it was! The sun was shining and this added to the amazing experience. It was truly one of the high points of the Transition Year 2024/2025 experience, thus far. Students participated in activities that included the Turf Challenge, Gorge Walking, Climbing Tower and going up the Giant Swing. The experience at Killary is something that the students will remember and talk about for years to come.

Second Year Fast Fashion Awareness

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Our 2nd year students thoroughly enjoyed  their recent visit to the St. Vincent De Paul Fulfilment Centre in Nenagh, bringing with them the items donated from our school community.  For their CSPE CBA they decided to raise awareness about Fast Fashion and its impact on our environment and show how charities such as SVP are helping with a solution by appealing to the sustainable shopper. They even found some great bargain buys.
 Thank you to Pat Carrol and Suzanne McNamara from SVP for their very informative presentations.

Oil Painting Workshop

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Our transition year students enjoyed an oil painting workshop with landscape artist Ann Daly .
They learned new skills such as how to use a palette knife, lifting out and layering using washes.