Congratulations to Mr Frayne and our amazing group of talented children from 6th Class on their success at the Scór County Finals on Saturday. The children won first place in the novelty act category. Well done to our County Champions!
Literacy
Cumann na mBunscol Awards 2025
Congratulations to Mr Frayne and everyone involved with the school’s entry to the Cumann na mBunscol National Awards. The awards ceremony took place on Friday, 7th March in the Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone. We were delighted to win second place in the Best Small Schools in Ireland Category. A fantastic achievement for our school.
National Cumann na mBunscol Awards
We are delighted to announce that Knock NS is one of three schools shortlisted for the National Cumann na mBunscol School of the Year Award 2024. The School of the Year category recognises schools that have promoted Gaelic games, culture and participated in Cumann na mBunscol activities over the course of the year. Our nomination is recognition of the fantastic efforts of all our pupils, parents, staff and community over the past 12 months. Mr Frayne led and organised our project and the submission – congratulations to him on this achievement. The awards night will be held in the Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone on Friday 7th March.
Maths Puzzles
Puzzles for Junior Classes
Puzzles for Senior Classes
Maths Puzzles
Maths puzzles for junior classes to try at home
Maths puzzles for senior classes to try at home
Our New Tricycle
We received delivery of a Tomcat trike today. We were lucky enough to receive funding from Variety Ireland to purchase the tricycle. Thanks to John Preston Healthcare, N Ireland for supplying it. We cannot wait to try it out!
Agreed Report
Dear Parents,
A Board of Management meeting took place on Wednesday, 2nd October. The following is the agreed report:
- The Board of Management undertook a review of the Child Safeguarding Statement and Anti Bullying Policy. Both are available to view on the School Policy page.
- The Board were made aware of the new Bí Cineálta Anti Bullying procedures that will come into effect from September 2025. There will be a half day closure during the 24/25 school year to facilitiate staff training.
- The Consultancy Services for the school’s upcoming building project was advertised on eTenders over the summer. Consultants will be appointed in due course.
- The annual Hallowe’en Sponsored Walk will take place on Friday, 25th October. Christmas concerts will take place on Tuesday, 10th and Thursday, 12th December.
