A huge thank you to everyone who supported our sponsored cycle on Saturday, 10th June 2017. So far we have raised a total of €6,920 but there is still money coming in! Thank you to everyone who cycled, stewarded, … Continue reading
Wandesforde National SchoolWandesforde National School is a three teacher school. Rebuilt in 2007, it offers wonderful facilities and resources in a traditional stone building with plenty of grounds for parking and playing. Located in Castlecomer in North Kilkenny, it is within a short walk of Castlecomer Discovery Park which provides fabulous opportunities for lots of nature walks and science lessons. Class sizes are small generally being 6-10 children per class.
As a school community, we endeavour to help each child reach his or her potential, all are equally valued and respected and a positive, friendly atmosphere is maintained.
September has been a busy month for all the children in 1st, 2nd and 3rd class. In RE we created our own talent tree, displaying all the great things we can do now that we are a year older! We …
In support of work covered on Buildings and Settlements in Geography, the Senior Classroom enjoyed a trip to the Creamery House on Friday, 22nd September. The children enjoyed learning about the History of the house which dates back to 1750s. …
September has been a fun filled and busy month in the Junior room. Check out what we’ve been up to below! To begin with we drew colourful pictures of our summer holidays. In Art we made squirrel mobiles and we …
As part of work on our Green Schools theme of biodiversity the senior pupils placed a hedgehog house in our grounds. We hope some hedgehogs use it as a cosy home for the winter. We also planted an Oak tree …
On Friday, 15th September, the whole school enjoyed sampling the wedges made by Mrs. Dooley and 6th Class from the school’s very own potatoes. Here are a few photos of classes enjoying their tasty Friday treat!! The children were spoilt …
Wandesforde National School held its end of year service yesterday, 22nd June in St. Mary’s Church, Castlecomer. It was a happy and a sad occasion in one, saying goodbye to staff members and a great 6th class who will no longer …
