Solar System

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Last week we made loads of lovely textures on little squares of paper. This week we cut them out to make a solar system. Some people added a few newly discovered planets! Each painting is completely original which makes our work even more interesting. Budding artists in third class for sure! … [Read more...]

Putting the final touches to our India project.

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Fabric from India

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Third class had so much fun looking at the fabrics I brought back from India. I showed them the 5 metres of beautiful silk worn as a Sari by Indian women. The children made out a list of things they would like to research next week; Religions in India Food eaten in India History of the origins of India The monsoon floods in India How they live their lives Music in India The president of India Insects and wildlife in India Important monuments in India An impressive list! I … [Read more...]

Reminder: Early finishes next week

School will finish at 1.55pm on Tuesday and Wednesday (31st January & 1st February) next week to facilitate some of the progress meetings which are taking place. Infant classes will finish at the normal time of 1.10pm. The After School Facility will operate until 1.55pm and school buses will depart at 1.55pm. … [Read more...]

India

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This week is 3rd class we have begun to learn about India. So far some of the interesting facts we've learned are India is located in South Asia It lies between Pakistan, China and Nepal It is customary to greet other people by putting your hands together, nodding your head slightly ad saying 'Namaste'. The population is 1,250,253,662. Can you try say that number?! This week our art work was inspired by the traditional Indian art, Rangoli.Have a look a some … [Read more...]

Craft Fair Sneak Peek!!!!!

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Here is a little preview of all the fabulous crafts the children have made. Looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow!   … [Read more...]

Ice skating for 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th class

We are delighted to inform you that NETNS children have been invited to go ice skating at "Newbridge on Ice".  The organisers at Newbridge on Ice have invited the children from 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th class to take part in a session free of charge on Wednesday 14th December. Protective gear and helmets will be provided by the organisers for all children but it is recommended that children wear warm clothes and gloves. The skating session is free; however, there will be a small charge for … [Read more...]

Lanterns

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This week 3rd class made beautiful lanterns. … [Read more...]

FAI Schools Futsal

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  A big WELL DONE to all the boys and girls who competed in the FAI Futsal Tournament this week. The competition was held in Newbridge Sports Centre over two days with the boys competing Thursday and the girls team out in action today. The boys played three matches with some wonderful performances. After coming second in their group they were unfortunate that only the first team went on to the qualifiers. Meanwhile the girls played six matches with great effort and … [Read more...]

Tickets on Sale for the NETNS Raffle

Tickets on sale for the NETNS Raffle NOW! If you would like to buy tickets please send the exact amount of money for the number of tickets you wish to purchase in a SEALED ENVELOPE with YOUR NAME, CONTACT TELEPHONE NUMBER, CHILD’S NAME and CLASS and return it to the school as soon as possible. €2 for a one strip of tickets or €5 for three strips of tickets. Or alternatively you can purchase raffle tickets in the Community Room in the school every Friday from now and up to the end … [Read more...]