Attendance
We would appreciate it if the absence slips were used to explain any recent absences. These must be returned to the class teacher when the child returns to school. The Education Welfare Act 2000 places a legal duty on parents to notify the school about a child’s absence from school. If you require absence slips, please let us know.
Donations Welcome for upcoming Easter Raffle
Dear Parents/Guardian, The PA Committee are planning an Easter Raffle and would like support from the families and local businesses to donate prizes including gifts and vouchers. The Easter Raffle is an important fundraiser for the school and the children always enjoy the draw and the excitement if they sold the winning ticket. The prizes last year were very good [...]
Policies
At a recent Board of Management meeting, the following policies were reviewed and ratified: Safety and Health Policy Critical Incident Policy Child Safeguarding Statement and Risk Assessment in accordance with the revised Child Protection Procedures for Primary and Post Primary schools (2023). Concerning Child Safeguarding and Protection, the DLP (Designated Liaison Person) is Clare O Reilly and the DDLP (Deputy [...]
Uniforms
We would appreciate it if all children could wear full school uniform – tracksuit bottoms should be plain navy with no colourful logos or stripes. These are available to purchase at most chain stores. We have quite a few spare jumpers in good condition which unfortunately have no name tags. Parents are welcome to take one of these as [...]
First Holy Communion & Confirmation
The children from 2nd and 6th classes are preparing to receive the Sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation. The following are the dates and times. First Holy Communion – St Michael’s Church Corduff on Saturday 25th May 2024. Confirmation – St. Joseph’s Church, Carrickmacross on Saturday 4th May 2024.
Nollaig Shona Duit
The staff and children of Scoil Phádraig would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year. Thank you for your continued support and kindness throughout 2023. The school will reopen on Monday 8th January.