January 2026 - Stolafs

Month: January 2026

January 30, 2026

Soccer in 3rd & 4th Class

Recently, 3rd and 4th class enjoyed soccer lessons with past pupil Alex Lynch, who generously shared his skills and experience with the pupils. The children had great fun developing their football skills while staying active and engaged. Alex, along with his brother Ryan, also runs soccer as an after-school activity in the school. Anyone interested […]

January 29, 2026

Active Breaks

This week, classes across the school have been enjoying taking part in the Active School Active Breaks Scheme 2026. Pupils got moving with fun, short activity breaks during the school day, helping to boost energy, focus and wellbeing. These activities were supported by our Active Committee, who played a key role in encouraging participation and […]

January 28, 2026

Achievements in 3rd Class

Nha-An has created fantastic youtube videos using Stop Motion. An uses Lego to create short cooking videos. She demonstrates impressive computer skills and creativity. Ms Leavy’s class are always very excited when An has made a new video for us to watch! Conall competed in the Irish Dancing Dublin Championship last weekend. He came 2nd and […]

January 22, 2026

St. Olaf’s N.S. Swimmers Shine at Leinster Minor Schools Championship

Children from St. Olaf’s N.S. proudly represented the school at the Leinster Minor Schools Swimming Championship, held in the National Aquatics Centre. With over 1,000 swimmers from 250 schools taking part, it was an exciting and memorable event for everyone involved. Our 9 and 10 year old swimmers competed in the following individual events: 50m […]

January 19, 2026

Credit Union Art

Raihan from Mr. Duignan's 5th Class won the Dublin Stage of the Credit Union Art competition titled "The Future is". Well done to Raihan and we wish him the best of luck in the next stage.

January 14, 2026

5th Class Trip to Henrietta St.

Mr. Duignan's class had a great day out at Henrietta St. getting the chance to experience what life may have been like in the Tenements in Dublin last century.

January 13, 2026

New Years Art

2nd and 3rd Class have been very busy creating some lovely artwork to celebrate the new year. Check it out below!

January 9, 2026

Christmas treats collection

We were delighted by the kindness of our families who donated leftover selection boxes and Christmas treats to a local homeless charity. This lovely idea was supported by our Student Council, and we are very proud of them for helping to spread kindness and make a difference in our community. Thank you to everyone who […]

Easter Newsletter

March 27, 2026

Hi all Please see this terms newsletter through this link. Have a wonderful Easter, St. Olaf's

Odd Socks Day

March 23, 2026

Last Friday, our school community came together to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day in the most joyful and colourful way. The sight of bright, mismatched odd socks throughout the school brought smiles to everyone’s faces and sparked wonderful conversations about inclusion, kindness, and celebrating what makes each of us unique. It was heartwarming to see […]

Balance Bikes

March 23, 2026

Thank you to DunLaoighaire Rathdown Sports Partnership for a delivery of 10 balance bikes and helmets. These bikes will be used by the smaller children in the school during PE and break times. Our school Active Team from 5th & 6th have been great bike buddies to our little pedal pals.

Visit from Athlone Town

March 18, 2026

Last Friday we had some VIP guests to St. Olaf's. We were delighted to welcome Courtney Maguire and Melissa O' Kane, from Ireland's best women's soccer team, Athlone Town, and their manager, John Sullivan. Athlone are currently Premier league champions, Cup champions, President's Cup champions and are playing in this season's Champion's League. They had […]

Month: January 2026

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