Today at Togher N.S., the children enjoyed some delicious cake as we continued the celebrations following the recent First Holy Communion ceremony in St. Patrick’s Church. It was lovely for the children to come together once again and mark such a special occasion with their classmates and teachers. Everyone had a wonderful afternoon celebrating together and enjoying the occasion.
Today was a very special day for the children of Togher N.S., Derrinacahara N.S. and Ballinacarriga N.S. as they received their First Holy Communion in St. Patrick’s Church. The ceremony was celebrated beautifully by Fr. Liam. A wonderful choir made up of children from the three schools sang beautifully and were superbly supported by musician Eibhlín. We are very proud of all the children on this special occasion. Thank you to everyone who helped make the day so memorable.
The Togher N.S. football team enjoyed a fantastic day at the St. Colum’s GAA grounds in Kealkil, blessed with lovely weather and great support from enthusiastic supporters on the sidelines. The team faced strong opposition in exciting matches against Adrigole N.S., Derrycreha N.S., and Urhan N.S. Each game was played in the true spirit of Sciath na Scol, with teamwork, determination, and skill on display throughout.
We are extremely proud of the way our team represented the school and of the wonderful teamwork they showed on the day. While it was not to be our day in the end, we would like to wish the talented Derrycreha N.S. team the very best of luck in the final.
We were delighted to welcome Garda Chris Brosnan and his colleagues Juliette and Paul to Togher N.S. this week as part of the Garda Schools Programme. The visit gave the children a valuable insight into the important role of An Garda Síochána, with engaging discussions on topics such as investigating crime, road safety, personal safety, and internet safety.
The children were especially fascinated by the equipment Gardaí carry and had plenty of thoughtful questions about what the job involves. A big thank you to Garda Brosnan and his team for such an informative visit.
Dunmanway Fire Brigade visited Togher N.S. to help children understand how to stay safe in a fire, with a strong focus on having a clear escape plan, getting out quickly, and staying out once they are safe.
A huge thank you to Phillip Kelleher, Station Officer, for speaking to the children about the importance of planning and practising a safe way out of their homes. He reminded them that in the event of a fire, they should stay low under smoke, never go back inside, and always know their eircode so emergency services can find them.
The children also received a very informative Fire Safety Booklet and learned practical steps to prevent fires at home, as well as exactly what to do if one occurs — from raising the alarm to escaping safely and calling for help.
We are very proud of this young lady who came 2nd in the Enniskeane and District Community Games U10 Handwriting section.
This week the children started modern dance lessons with Aideen Johnson, and the energy has been incredible from the very first step. From expressive movement to building confidence and creativity, the children are already embracing the joy of dance in a fresh and inspiring way. We can’t wait to see how this journey unfolds over the coming weeks—keep an eye out for more updates as these talented dancers grow, move, and shine.
Children from Togher N.S., alongside other local schools, stepped into the role of storytellers—bringing the rich history of our town to life through their own voices and perspectives. From exploring local landmarks to sharing the stories behind them, their enthusiasm was wonderful to see.
Before recording began, Flux Learning gave the students a hands-on experience with professional video and audio equipment. From microphones to cameras, the children had the chance to explore how stories are captured and shared—sparking both confidence and creativity. A brilliant collaboration of learning, history, and imagination—well done to all involved.
The Stories on the Street project will transform Dunmanway and its surrounding areas into a vibrant open-air museum, celebrating local heritage through storytelling and art.
As part of this exciting initiative, the Senior Room at Togher N.S. are proud to play their part by developing engaging and interactive content that brings the history of Togher Castle and the Ballabuidhe Horse Fair and Races to life.
We were delighted to welcome local historian Michelle O’Mahony, along with Patrick Kielty from Flux Learning, who worked with the children to record their work.
A wonderful opportunity for our pupils to explore, share, and celebrate the rich heritage of our community.
The children from Togher N.S. had a wonderful time celebrating their Confirmation Day. It was a wonderful occasion, and they were delighted to share it with children from the other schools. The celebrations continued on Friday with a delicious cake, which everyone thoroughly enjoyed.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Bishop Fintan, Fr. Pat, Fr. Liam, and musician Kevin McCarthy for helping to make the ceremony so meaningful and memorable for all involved.
