A Visit from Jessica Mason – Learning About Habitats and Biodiversity

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We had a fantastic visit from Jessica Mason from Heritage in Schools this week. Jessica taught us all about habitats and biodiversity, and how every living thing has an important role in nature.

She brought along a wonderful collection of animal skulls, bones, shells, seaweed and coral, which everyone found fascinating. We also talked about ways we can help protect local habitats — like planting wildflowers for bees, building bug hotels, and taking care not to disturb nature when we’re outdoors.

A big thank you to Jessica for such an interesting and fun visit.

Big Changes in Our School Garden

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We’ve been very busy in our school garden. As part of our Creative Schools project, we decided it was time to give our garden a major upgrade.

Our visiting gardener Chloe Dempsey shared some invaluable advice, helping us shape a clear plan for the months ahead. Since then, the children have been hard at work — pruning, weeding, composting, identifying, eating, lopping, cutting, moving, digging, turning, bending, weaving, dragging, plucking, planting, gathering, trimming, snipping, hammering, heaping, assessing, throwing, pulling, laughing, moaning, asking, drilling, holding, sharing, cooperating, lifting, cleaning, arguing, agreeing, bossing, googling, levering, watering, sweeping, sketching, planning, measuring, painting, sawing, carrying, stacking, tying, sorting, designing, collecting, raking, smiling, and celebrating — all the countless tasks that make up a thriving school garden.

It’s been messy, fun, and full of learning. The garden is starting to take shape, and with our new plan in place, we know it will all be worth it in the end.

County Champions

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We were thrilled to welcome the Dohneys Ladies GAA Football Team, newly crowned Junior A County Champions, to our school today. The players arrived with their impressive trophies, to huge applause from the children.

It was a proud moment as the team — including our own Miss Noonan and past pupil Kelly Ann — shared their impressive journey to victory. Congratulations to all the Dohneys ladies on this fantastic achievement — you’ve made us all so proud.

Dohneys GAA

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The Senior Room was full of excitement this week as we surprised Miss Noonan with handmade cards and drawings to wish her the very best of luck in the Junior A football final. She’ll be lining out with the Dohneys Ladies GAA team this weekend, and we couldn’t be prouder. Come on the Dohneys!

Bringing Maths to Life at Togher N.S.

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At Togher N.S., we are embracing the new Primary Mathematics Curriculum, which places play, hands-on learning and discussion at the heart of maths. The curriculum encourages children to explore, question, problem-solve and make real-life connections—developing not just skills, but a love of mathematics. In our classrooms, you’ll find children working with blocks, shapes, number lines and measuring tools; tackling open-ended challenges; and engaging in lively “maths talk” as they share strategies and ideas. Mistakes are welcomed as part of the journey, building confidence and resilience.

We are proud to be well on the road to implementing the new curriculum. By fostering curiosity, creativity and problem-solving, we are helping every child see that maths is not just something to be learned—it’s something to be enjoyed.

SNA Appreciation Day – Thank You Mary and Heather

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Today, on SNA Appreciation Day, we celebrate the incredible work of our SNAs. We are so fortunate to have Mary and Heather in our school. Every day, they bring patience, kindness, and encouragement, helping children feel safe, supported, and included in all aspects of school life. They provide a steady hand, a listening ear, and an endless supply of patience. Mary and Heather quietly and consistently go above and beyond, ensuring that every child they support has the confidence and opportunity to thrive – not just in the classroom, but also in the playground, at school events, and in their friendships. Their care and dedication make a huge difference — not just for the children they support, but for our whole school community. A heartfelt thank you, Mary and Heather, for all that you do. You are truly appreciated today and every day.

Owl Babies on display

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Our Book of the Month in the Junior Room has been Owl Babies by Martin Waddell. After enjoying the story of Sarah, Percy, and Bill, the children created their own owl babies using paper, paint, and textured materials.

The finished artwork is now on display, and the results are striking! Each owl has its own personality – fluffy, wide-eyed, and full of character. The children are very proud of their work, and our school looks wonderful with its new Owl Babies flock.