2025 - 2026  Calendar

NEWSLETTERS


SCHOOL UNIFORM

Children must wear their school uniform from Monday to Friday.

PE (Physical Education) - Every Monday for the Junior and Senior Rooms.

Children may wear comfortable pants/shorts on Mondays for PE that are a similar colour to the uniform (dark navy/grey).

We ask all children to wear the polo shirt and jumper/cardigan from Monday to Friday inclusive.

Spare uniforms are available in the school for anyone who needs one.

​More information on school uniforms here
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​We appreciate the incredible support and ongoing communication we receive from all our parents.

Parents Association

​The Parents Association has now been officially established for the next two years, 2025 -2027.
We are deeply grateful to Hazel Moriarty, Rachel Kelly, and Lisa O'Riordan for their dedication and contribution.
Our Parents Association plays a vital role in strengthening the bond between home and school.
By providing a platform for open communication, collaboration, and shared ideas,
the association will help enrich our students’ educational experience and support the entire school community.
From organizing events and fundraising efforts to offering valuable perspectives,
the Parents Association ensures that parents have a voice in shaping our school’s future.


​Child Safeguarding Statement


​Blog Page

The school regularly uses the blog page to keep parents and pupils up to date with different topics to highlight good examples of learning and to show the work & achievements of the children.

Blogging provides a real opportunity to celebrate the achievements of our pupils, give them the opportunity to voice their opinions ​and to tell a wider audience about their work and their school.

We share our learning and tell you more about what has been going on in our school.  ​Check out our Blog Page
​Click on the link above to check out the newspaper
​articles which features the school.

Text a Parent -  School Mobile Number : 086 - 794 32 89

Since its introduction, this service has been a great success, allowing faster and more efficient home/school communication, especially in emergencies.
​Once your child is enrolled in the school, you will be automatically entered into the Text a Parent Group.
​It is essential that you notify the school promptly if there are any changes to your contact details.

Notes are sent home regularly to keep you informed of school activities, achievements, upcoming events, and other topics of interest.
​Please ensure that you check your child’s homework journal or check the school website.

You will be contacted via email.
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Adverse Weather Conditions

​School closure will be the last resort and only in case of extreme circumstances.
Every effort will be made to keep the school open at all times, but the safety
​and welfare of the pupils, staff, and parents will be paramount in making any decision.
 
Assume the school is open unless you get an official email/text from the school informing you
of school closure or delayed opening.  
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​Any details regarding adverse weather conditions will be displayed on our Facebook Page, the Home Page of the school website, and an email will be sent to parents.
Please ensure the school has your up-to-date contact details.


​We communicate with parents in the following ways
which enables them to stay connected and informed ​about their child's education:

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​School / Home Communications

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  • ​Letters / Notes in pupil’s homework journal
  • Newsletters
  • Email
  • Text a parent
  • Informal chats
  • ​Facebook, Twitter, and the school website
  • Parent / Teacher meetings (Notification in advance of date and time of individual meetings)​
  • Edmodo - children share their work through this app (During Covid-19 Lockdown)
  • Details of school holidays are communicated in writing and published on the school website
  • School progress reports are issued at the end of the school year
  • The school calendar is issued to all families at the end of the school year ​​and is published on the school website​​
  • Notice Board - upcoming events are posted on the school notice board
  • New pupils' information meetings - Open Week 
  • School Visits - Contact us today to arrange a visit to view our wonderful school at a time and date that suits you
  • ​​Parents can submit a message via the school website or
         Text 086 - 794 3289 
         Telephone ​026 - 44107 
         Email [email protected]
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​Please inform the school of any changes in your contact details.
​It is very important that we have an up-to-date contact number for every child in the school.
Details on any school closure during adverse weather is particularly helpful for parents.
The school mobile phone will be used to text parents.
​We will be able to keep in touch with parents only if contact details are up to date!
​If you need to amend your details, please inform the school as soon as possible.

DLP

​​All schools must have a Designated Liaison Person (DLP) in place for dealing with child protection concerns.
The school DLP has a responsibility for ensuring that the standard procedure is followed.

The DLP of Carriganima National School is 
Seán Newman​
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The Deputy DLP (DDLP) is Colette Carey​

Absenteeism

​A written explanation is requested if your
​child is absent from school for any reason. 
Please send a note to the class teacher or alternatively you can submit an online
Pupil Absence Form
​by clicking on the tab below
​Parent / Teacher meetings take place every year
to provide a forum to discuss any matters
pertaining to your child’s progress in school.

​Parents will be notified in advance of date and
​time of individual meetings.

​Here is a list of useful links for pupils and parents
Click on links below
We display the children’s work in the corridor which is a very important part of the school environment. It not only allows parents to see the work which children are doing but it also reinforces a sense of achievement in the children themselves. 
Throughout this website, you will find information about various activities and events in the school, as well as details of a range of other items of interest. We encourage parents to check the website regularly to ensure they have the most up to date information about the school.
The school facilitates parents and children by making rooms available for activities outside of school hours conducted by private individuals who are Independent Contractors. These activities are not part of the school curriculum and are not regulated by the school which only provides facilities to enable these independent contractors and parents to make arrangements between themselves.
​Parents discharge any fees payable directly to the independent contractor who is responsible for all aspects of the service provided. Contractors have their own insurance. While the school makes every effort to facilitate all parties, neither the Board of Management of the school nor the trustees of the Parish can accept any liability whatsoever for any matter arising in connection with such activities or in neglect or default of any such independent contractor whatsoever.

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