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You will find general information on our wonderful school, our policies and classroom news, learning and our pupil’s fun filled educational journey. We hope you enjoy browsing our website.
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At a glance
Our school is a happy and safe place where every child matters. We look forward to working in partnership with you in the interest of your child’s all round learning and development. We have a wonderful staff and you can be assured of our full co-operation and commitment at all times.
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Opening Hours
Junior and Senior Infants
9.10am – 1.50pm.
1st Class to 6th Class
9.10am -2.50pm
Uniform
School uniform: Navy jumper / cardigan, grey shirt / blouse and grey trousers / skirt / pinafore
P.E uniform: Navy sweatshirt with school crest, grey polo shirt and plain navy tracksuit trousers
Childcare
Rathoe Community Childcare provide a Breakfast Club & After Schools Childcare Service for school going families ( Rathoe Community Childcare )
Mol an oige agus tiocfaidh siad.
Praise the young and they will flourish.
School News
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Graduation Class of 2026
Congratulations to our Sixth Class on your Graduation! We are so proud of all you have achieved and wish you every success and happiness as you begin your next adventure. Good luck and enjoy every moment!
Art Exhibition
We were delighted to welcome parents, grandparents, family members and friends to our recent Art Exhibition. The event provided a wonderful opportunity for visitors to explore and celebrate the creativity and hard work of our pupils. Children from every class…
Retirement at Rathoe NS
After 12 years of dedicated service, we would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to one of our lovely Special Needs Assistants, Mary Delaney, on her retirement. Over the years, she has made a lasting difference in…
Awards Day
Congratulations to all our prize winners on Awards Day. A special mention for Emma H in 6th class who received our special perpetual Science trophy!
Sports Day
We had our sports day in glorious sunshine on Tuesday and had loads of fun. Nicky visited with his ice cream van and gave us all yummy treats 🙂
Big Race Day
The Big Race Day kicked off our Active Schools Week. We had lots of fun in the sun. Congratulations to all who took part!
Anything But a Bag Day
Anything But a Bag Day was great fun for all! We held a parade in our beautiful new community field. See our photos for an array of imaginative and resourceful ideas!
School Tours
We had our school tours on Monday & Tuesday. Junior Infant-2nd Class had a wonderful day out at Jurassic Newpark in Kilkenny learning about dinosaurs and got to try lots of fun activities in the park such as the giant…
Curious Minds Science Award
We are delighted to announce that our school has been awarded the SFI Curious Minds Gold Award this month. This prestigious recognition, symbolised by the presentation of a plaque celebrates our outstanding work in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)…
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Facilities
Playground
Our beautiful playground is the first thing you will see on entry to Rathoe village from the Tullow direction. Our pupils love exploring the playhouses, the train, the tractor and the kitchen as well as inventing their own games.
Basketball Court
Our outdoor basketball court gives us the opportunity to keep fit and active daily. We have beautiful green areas for walks and playing in the school grounds to explore and learn about nature and the environment around us.
Sona
Sona, established in 2015, provides three classes for children with special educational needs. Our new building is modern, spacious and cosy and includes sensory and soft play areas for daily use.
Astro Pitch
Pupils use the Astro Pitch daily at breaktimes and for PE. We are blessed to have this wonderful facility which allows us to exercise and play many different sports in all weather. A football pitch is also available for our daily use.
Outdoor Classroom
Pupils enjoy learning outdoors and we are delighted to have such a beautiful space to do so. A class group can fit in the outdoor classroom which is used regularly in all curricular areas.
