Category: News

September 22, 2022

Creative Castles

Second classes are busy learning about castles. They have been tasked with designing and creating their own castle. Mylie, from Ms. Cooney's 2nd class, has created an AMAZING castle from recycled materials. Check out Mylie's impressive castle below! Super work Mylie!!

September 20, 2022

International Dot Day

International Dot Day is a celebration of creativity. Second class were inspired by the book "The Dot" by Peter H. Reynolds which explores perseverance, growth mindset, self-esteem and creativity. Check out how Ms. O'Mahony's 2nd class "made their mark" with their beautiful dot artwork.

September 14, 2022

Meditation with Fr. Laurence Freeman

On Tuesday 4th, 5th and 6th class were very fortunate to get the opportunity to meditate with Fr. Laurence Freeman, the Director of The World Community for Christian Meditation. Fr. Laurence talked with classes about how beneficial meditation can be and how they can use it to help them deal with their own stresses and […]

September 14, 2022

Roald Dahl Day

There was great fun in St. Olaf's on Tuesday September 13th when we celebrated Roald Dahl day. Roald Dahl's stories are enjoyed by all classes and the kids enjoyed getting the chance to read stories and do activities based on his work. Some classes dressed up for the day and there were some wonderful costumes […]

September 7, 2022

Cumann na mBunscol Returns

Gaelic football returns to St. Olaf's next week. Training for all teams is on Monday after school in Naomh Olaf GAA club. Teams will be escorted to the pitches by teachers but will need to be collected form the GAA club at 15:30 sharp. Junior Boys games will take place on Tuesday's (unclear yet if […]

September 5, 2022

Minibeast hunting with 2nd class

The 2nd classes had great fun today on a minibeasts hunt around the school. Bee sure to check out their pictures!

September 5, 2022

New Junior Infants

Our Juniors have settled in really well! They are enjoying making new friends and having lots of playtime!

June 28, 2022

5th Class School Tour

Mr Kavanagh and Ms Duffy's 5th Class enjoyed an excellent school tour to Bay Sports in Athlone. The classes really enjoyed the water sports and the shopping experience after.

June 24, 2022

Amber Flag - Pieta

St. Olaf's were proud to receive our 1st ever Amber Flag from Pieta in recognition of all the work which the school has achieved in promoting Mental Health and Wellbeing. A special mention to all of the Amber Flag committee which comprised of a representative group of pupils from 3rd to 6th class. Also, a […]

June 24, 2022

6th Class Graduation

Today, we bid farewell to an amazing group of boys and girls whom we are very proud of and who are a credit to their parents. We acknowledged the memories over the past 8 years and they know that they will always be part of the St. Olaf's family and are welcome to come back […]

June 23, 2022

Sport's Awards 2022

St. Olaf's has a strong tradition of sport offering a range of sports to all of our pupils. We always encourage participation and believe that sport offers pupils many benefits that they can carry forward into life. As a school and group of teachers we enjoy seeing our pupils represent the school with such distinction. […]

June 22, 2022

Passport Project Day 2 - Senior Classes Host

On Wednesday 3rd to 6th classes were hosting the Passport Project. We visited America, Australia, England, France, Mexico, Japan and China. Each class worked so hard and their classrooms looked amazing.

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Halloween Newsletter

October 23, 2025

Our Halloween Newsletter is now available to read here. Wishing all of our school community a safe and happy Halloween.

New Futsals

October 21, 2025

We were delighted to recieve a set of 24 Futsal footballs from the FAI recently. This will enable us to have a ball for each child in a class during a PE lesson about football.

St. Olaf’s Green Schools

October 20, 2025

St. Olaf’s is proud to announce the launch of our Green Schools Programme for 2025–2026 as we begin our journey to achieve our eighth Green School Flag, focusing on the theme of the Marine Environment. The Marine Environment theme encourages students to understand Ireland’s connection to the ocean and our responsibility to protect it. Although […]