Author Archives: Davina Wilson

End of Year Service 2018!

Posted on June 20, 2018 by Davina Wilson

Wandesforde National School held its End of Year Service on Monday, 18th June in St. Mary’s Church, Castlecomer.  It was a happy and a sad occasion in one, saying goodbye to Ms. Cliona Hall as well as a great 6th class who … Continue reading → Read More »

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Sports’ Day 2018!

Posted on June 16, 2018 by Davina Wilson

On Wednesday,  13th June, we held our Annual Sport’s Day in Wandesforde National School!  Each year we have 5 races involving all the children.  The first of the races were sprints. The Infants had to sprint 20 metres.  1st and … Read More »

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Our Sponsored Cycle 2018!

Posted on June 16, 2018 by Davina Wilson

On Saturday, 9th June 2018, Wandesforde National School hosted another very successful Sponsored Cycle. This year we proudly supported the Jack and Jill Foundation, a charity that provides nursing care and support for children with severe neurological and  developmental issues … Read More »

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Wandesforde gets Cycling with Sprocket Rocket!!

Posted on June 11, 2018 by Davina Wilson

In preparation for our Sponsored Cycle, the children participated in Cycling Ireland’s fun skills programme called Sprocket Rocket! The children all brought in their own bicycles for the workshop which taught them the 4 main skills of cycling, they being: Cornering, Pedalling, … Read More »

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Exploring the Outdoors in the Senior Classes!

Posted on June 10, 2018 by Davina Wilson

Since Easter, 3rd – 6th Classes have been exploring the outdoors with Jo and Richard in the Discovery Park as part of a 4-week programme being rolled out by Kilkenny Recreation and Sports Partnership. The children have thoroughly enjoyed all aspects … Read More »

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