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National School Ratoath Co. Meath

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On your marks, get set, WIN!

Huge congratulations to all of our race winners from Active Week this year. Junior Infants Winners Senior Infants Winners First Class Winners Second Class Winner Third Class Winners Fourth Class Winners Fifth Class Winners 6th Class

Sixth Class visit to Leinster House & National Museum of Ireland

Our Sixth Class students had a wonderful day out in when they visited Leinster House and the National Museum of Ireland. Here, students Niamh, Mia and Jaden write about the experience: We came in the normal door on Thursday the 21st of May and saw all three sixth classes and teachers standing in the hall. Everyone was excited to go to Leinster House and the National Museum. We talked amongst…

Tree Trail around St. Paul’s

The Junior and Senior Infant classes recently teamed up with the 5th Classes for a wonderful Geography Tree Trail around our school grounds. Each infant class was paired with one of the 5th Classes, giving the older pupils an opportunity to support and guide the younger children throughout the activity. The children set off to find the trees marked on their trail. Along the way, they learned about…

Geography Trail Around Ratoath

The pupils in 5th and 6th Class recently took part in an exciting geography trail around Ratoath. The aim of the trail was to explore the local area, examine how the town has developed over time, and observe the many features that make Ratoath a thriving community today. One of the highlights of the trail was a visit to the motte located on the grounds of the church. The pupils learned about the…

Thank you to our Litter Pickers

The Green School Committee recently carried out a fantastic litter-picking clean-up around the school grounds. Using litter pickers, gloves, and rubbish bags, the students worked hard to collect a huge amount of litter and help keep our school environment clean and tidy. The committee showed great teamwork, responsibility, and care for the environment throughout the activity. Their hard work has…

Parent Visit to our Outdoor Play Area

On Thursday 14th and Friday 15th May, our Junior and Senior Infants welcomed their parents to their Outdoor Play sessions. Plenty of fun was had by all with the children showing off their climbing, digging and building skills! A big thank you to all who were able to attend, as the Infants’ parents have been extremely helpful in setting up the area itself. 1000067923 1000067925 1000067927…

Grandparents’ Day

As always we had a lovely Grandparents’ Day this year. Our Grandparents / Special Visitors were first invited into the hall for a cuppa and some entertainment from the choir and Mr. Byrne’s 4th class. Our visitors then had the opportunity to visit the classrooms and have a catch up with the students and staff. Have a look below at the photos from the day which really captures the joyful and…

Rainbow Sponsored Walk

Our school gathered together last week for a wonderful Rainbow Walk around the village of Ratoath . Each class level dressed in a different colour of the rainbow, creating a fantastic display as we walked through the village. The event was a huge success, raising €8,500 through the incredible support and sponsorship of our families, friends, and local community. The funds raised will go towards…

Welcome to our PAW-some new arrival

There was big news at Assembly last Friday when the children heard about the imminent arrival of our new therapy dog “Ronan”. The children (and staff!) couldn’t wait for Monday to come to finally meet our fluffiest and cutest new arrival, Ronan. Ronan is a nine week old Goldendoodle – a cross between a Poodle and a Golden Retriever. We think everyone will agree that he is super cute. Previous…