Sam Maguire Primary School Blitz

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Pupils from 1st to 4th class had an unforgettable day at the recent Sam Maguire Primary School Blitz in Dunmanway. This fun-filled event brought together children from all the parish schools for an exciting day of GAA football.

In the true spirit of sportsmanship, the blitz was non-competitive, with mixed teams giving every child the chance to meet new friends and enjoy plenty of football action. There was a fantastic buzz throughout the day, with laughter and great energy on display.

Two of our older students stepped up to the challenge and helped referee some of the games—an impressive show of leadership and teamwork.

Overall, it was a wonderful day that left everyone smiling. Well done to all involved.

First Holy Communion

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This weekend marked a very special milestone for some of the children in our school, as they celebrated their First Holy Communion on Saturday. This joyful occasion is a significant step in their spiritual journey.

In the spirit of community and togetherness, the entire school came together on Friday to celebrate with our Communion children. A beautiful cake was enjoyed by all, bringing smiles and sweet moments to the occasion.

It was wonderful to see the whole school gather to mark such a special event. These shared moments of celebration help strengthen the bonds in our school family and teach our children the importance of community, support, and celebration.

A huge well done to all the children who made their First Holy Communion — we are very proud of you! And thank you to everyone who helped make the celebration so memorable.

Art and Nature with Stephanie from Heritage in Schools

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Last week, we welcomed back Stephanie from Heritage in Schools for another inspiring visit, this time leading a wonderful activity that blended nature and creativity.

The children explored local green spaces and collecting native Irish wildflowers with Stephanie’s expert guidance. Along the way, they learned to identify various species and were reminded of the importance of caring for the natural world.

Back in the classroom, the children carefully arranged their flowers for pressing. Stephanie demonstrated the traditional technique of preserving blooms between sheets of paper in heavy books.

As always Stephanie’s passion for Irish heritage and biodiversity shone through, leaving the children with new knowledge and a deeper appreciation for the beauty around them.

We’re very grateful to Heritage in Schools and to Stephanie for sharing her time and enthusiasm with us once again.

Sciath na Scol

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The Togher N.S. football team had a fantastic day out at the St. Colum’s GAA grounds in Kealkil, with the sun shining and plenty of enthusiastic supporters cheering them on.

The team faced tough competition in thrilling matches against Adrigole N.S., Derrycreha N.S., and Kilcrohane N.S., but their hard work and determination paid off—the team has secured a place in the Sciath na Scol finals. 

If you hear some enthusiastic shouting from the pitch in the coming weeks, don’t worry—it’s just the team training hard for the big day.

Lino Block Printing

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The Senior Room got creative this week in a fantastic lino printing class inspired by Irish wildflowers.

The workshop began with the children choosing their favourite wildflower designs, which they carefully traced onto lino blocks. With focus and steady hands, they then used special cutting tools to carve out their images—an exciting process that required both patience and precision.

Once their lino blocks were ready, the real fun began! The children rolled ink over their carvings and pressed them onto paper, revealing beautiful prints of Irish flora. Each piece was unique, and the results were truly impressive.

It was a brilliant hands-on session with Stephanie from Heritage in School that combined art, nature, and creativity. Well done to all our young artists.

Sponsored Walk

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The children and wider school community had a great time on our Sponsored Walk this week. The weather was beautiful and we saw lots of nature  along the way. Many thanks to our wonderful Parents Association for organising this lovely event.

Modern Dance Classes

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We’re thrilled that Togher N.S. has recently introduced a series of Modern Dance Classes—and the response from the children has been nothing short of fantastic! The children are exploring rhythm, expression, and creativity through dance. From lively warm-ups to group choreography, the children are not only getting active, but also gaining confidence and having a lot of fun along the way. Modern dance encourages freedom of movement, teamwork, and self-expression, and we’re proud to offer our children this opportunity to shine in new ways. A big thank you to our talented instructor Aideen Johnson.