Notice Board

Winner of the Mr. Mooney Shield 2025
Congratulations to Oisín Daly who won the Mr. Mooney Shield Swimming Competition for 2025. St. Margaret’s N.S. retired principal, Mr. Mooney and last years winner Michael Stankevics was delighted to present the coveted shield to him in person. Well done to all the children who participated.
St. Margaret’s NS WINS Picker Pals Competition!
We are delighted to announce that St. Margaret’s NS has been named the overall winner of the Picker Pals 2025 Art Competition! Ms. Duffy’s 3rd and 4th class pupils created an eye-catching poster of our school using recycled materials, showcasing both their creativity and commitment to sustainability.
Parents’ Association Easter Fundraising Week & Raffle
From the 7th – 11th April our school’s Parents’ Association is running an Easter Activities fundraiser & Raffle.
€6 per child covers entry to Easter egg hunt and two guessing games. Parents can now pay on Aladdin. The PA are also selling raffle tickets for a bumper Easter raffle.
Santa Dash 2024
On the 19th December the school yard was filled with festive cheer as children donned their favourite holiday headgear and danced to the Macarena before sprinting off in a lively Santa Dash.
School Bake Sale raises €732
A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to our bake sale fundraiser! Your generosity, whether through donations or delicious bakes, made all the difference. We’re delighted to share that we raised an incredible €732!
Surprise Christmas Carnival at St. Margaret’s NS
On Wednesday, 4th December, St. Margaret’s NS was filled with festive cheer as Santa and his elves made a surprise visit! The elves delighted everyone with a lively dance performance, and the whole school joined together to sing Christmas carols.
Book-keeping:
Extras outstanding from the start of the school year should be paid to the teacher/office as soon as possible.
The Board of Management wishes to thank those of you who have already paid the Voluntary Contribution and also to those who have set up a Standing Order arrangement which includes the payment of the voluntary contribution. We hope even more families will set up standing orders for the next school year.
The suggested contribution for this school year is €100 per family.
Swimming:
Swimming for 1st and 2nd Class commenes Wed 2nd Oct for 6 weeks – pool is close Wed 16th Oct so no swimming that day. -Hats are compulsory – No hat – No swim – €50 to be paid to class teacher before 2nd Oct.
Cash for Clothes
There is a cash for clothes collection on Wednesday 16th Oct. Please leave bags at front shelter on the morning of the collection. This is a simple and easy way to raise funds for our school.. Please spread the word to friends and family.