We would like to create an environment where children will acquire and develop the necessary knowledge and skill to become independent, confident learners – where they will develop their self-esteem to enable them to express and achieve their full potential. We will endeavour to broaden each child’s experience to help them become spiritual, well-balanced and tolerant individuals with a respect for themselves and others.
At half time in the Senior Hurling game between Galway and Dublin in Salthill Stadium , Emma McKeever Walsh and Hazel O'Loughlin will represent Dublin in a Camogie match against a Galway Primary School selection. We hope both families have a great day. Hopefully Mr Crummey and our girls will be coming home to Balgaddy, happy, on Saturday evening . Up the Dubs
Our hurlers were in action yesterday against St. Joseph’s Clondalkin. After a battling performance against a very strong St. Joseph’s side, Divine Mercy eventually ended up on the losing side. It brought an end to the season for the hurlers and with many playing hurling for their very first time, we are already looking forward to next year. Many thanks to Roddy and all the coaches for their hard work this year.
Ms. Brennan's Class had a lovely time at IMMA yesterday and really enjoyed making the most of the beautiful gardens. They made their own fun while waiting for the bus back to school in Kilmainham! Thank you to Roddy for driving the minibus which allows the children in Divine Mercy SNS experience days out in places like IMMA.
The Divine Mercy SNS Camogie team finished the group stages with a great battle yesterday against Gaelscoil Naomh Pádraig. Highlights were a well worked goal in the 2nd half and some fantastic tackling throughout the game. Well done girls and many thanks to all their coaches and Roddy for taking the team to all their matches.
Last Thursday some of the children who cycle to school took part in a cycling workshop led by Sarah from South Dublin County council as part of our Green Schools transport flag. They learned about cycling safety, simple bike maintenance and had lots of fun. This week is National Bike Week so we are hoping to see lots of children cycling to school - don’t forget to wear a helmet!
The 6th class girls had their first basketball match today against Scoil Aine. It was a very exciting game with great passing , shooting & rebounding. Divine Mercy's teamwork paid off with the girls winning 12-4, with some great scores from Merveille, Emma & Ianna. Well done girls! Thanks to Ms. Farrell & Mr. Lynch
Well done to all the boys and girls who dressed up in their active wear today. We had Gaelic football and hurling kits, soccer kits, gymnastic leotards and taekwondo doboks! It was brilliant to see the effort that people had made and it was a fitting end to Mindfulness Week. Many thanks to Ms. Brennan for a terrific week!
Well done to our Pupils of the Week this week . 6th Class: Daniel, Rauthat, Cian, Chris 5th: Michael, Dylan, Madison, Joyce, Anne-Marie 4th Class: Jonathan, Holly 3rd Class: Liam, Benita, Claudia We had a very busy Mindfulness and Wellbeing week with Basketball, GAA, Other Clubs & Active Wear Day thrown into the mix. Thanks to everyone for taking part
A reminder that we are having our fundraiser today to raise money for yard equipment and resources. Please wear your own club kit, favourite active wear from any activity you take part in outside of school or even wear your favourite tracksuit and bring in €2. The boys and girls in the Active School Committee feel that this is a great way to conclude Mindfulness and Wellbeing week promoting physical activity of all kinds.
Some children in 6th Class have joined our new book club, and are currently reading “The Explorer” by Katherine Rundell. So far, everyone seems to be really enjoying the book and shared all of their thoughts with each other at today’s meeting. They can’t wait to read the next few chapters!
Room 1 have been learning all about The Normans. We created motte and bailey castles out of recycled materials. We also wrote diary entries about daily life in a motte and bailey castle. We decided that we prefer living in the 21st century! Well done all!
Well done to the boys in the hurling team who played out a thrilling 1-5 to 2-2 draw against Gaelscoil na Camóige. With the score level at 1-2 each at half time, 3 fantastic second half points after Gaelscoil na Camóige had got an early second half goal, ensured the points were shared. Everyone worked extremely hard and there were some magnificent scores, hooks and blocks on display.
The pupils on the Active School Committee had a very productive meeting today and decided that it would be a great idea to have a fundraiser to raise money for yard equipment and resources. They decided on an Active Wear Day on Friday May 13th. Children (and staff) can wear their own club kit, favourite active wear from any activity they take part in outside of school or even wear their favourite tracksuit. The Committee would encourage everyone to bring in €2. The boys and girls in the Active School Committee feel that this is a great way to conclude Mindfulness and Wellbeing week promoting physical activity of all kinds.
Divine Mercy SNS played their first camogie game in 3 years today. There were excellent performances from everyone and in the end they were narrowly beaten by Griffeen Valley Educate Together. There were fantastic skills shown by all and the girls are really looking forward to their next group games!
The boys' soccer team were back in action again yesterday. They faced Sruleen in an end to end thriller. The boys were up against a very good team and fell behind in the opening stages to a well worked goal. The defence were under a lot of pressure and conceded another goal to leave DM trailing by 2. A good counter attack move saw Cian Becker score the first of his brace before half time to leave the score at 3 1. The boys regrouped at half time and managed to score in the opening minutes of the second half to make the score 3 2 with another fine effort from Cian. Divine Mercy pressed their hosts and eventually got the equaliser through a wonderful solo effort from Nathan Chikono. The lads were unlucky not to score a winner but they deserve huge praise for their never say die attitude and great team spirit to get themselves back into the game after falling behind so early. Great performance boys!
The girls' soccer team played Scoil Áine Naofa in a fabulous game of football today. The girls played with high intensity and put Scoil Áine Naofa under a lot of pressure early on and finished the first half 2-1 up with two clinical 1-on-1 finishes from Merveille. The second half was a draining battle and the girls were unfortunate to find themselves behind when the final whistle blew.
The boys and girls in Ms. Brennan’s class have made some brilliant projects on a country of their choice. Countries such as Japan, Romania and Australia were selected and the children found lots of interesting facts out about the country that they chose. Well done everyone!
The children were delighted to see Ms. Halpin return this week. They made lots of cards, banners and her desk was filled with beautiful flowers. The staff remarked how lovely it was to have scented candles burning once more in her office. Ms. Halpin was so happy she let the children wear whatever they wanted today. Good News from the Rooms also returned too, which delighted all our children. Happy Easter to all our School Community .
Mr Crummey's class enjoyed a trip to the Irish Museum of Modern Art yesterday. They really enjoyed looking at all the different pieces of art and made fantastic contributions discussing them with the guide. There was even time for a singsong on the bus home, a very enjoyable trip!
Buddy reading has begun this week in Divine Mercy SNS. Every morning for 20 mins , pupils from Ms. Dee's 6th class and Children from 3rd class , come together in Ms Hyland's room to read and chat about books . The boys and girls are making new friends, having fun and of course doing lots of reading !
Divine Mercy girls’ soccer team played St Vincents in Marino in a thrilling game of football. Unfortunately St Vincents managed to break through in the first half to open the scores. Divine Mercy had a few chances and were very unlucky to be 3 down at half time. The girls came out stronger in the second half and were unfortunate not to get a goal near the end. Well done on the great effort girls!
The boys soccer team had another great win today against St Bernadettes on a windy and cold day in Ballyowen Park. Despite the challenging conditions the boys played some excellent football . DM scored an early goal after some lovely link up play with Callum getting the first of his two goals inside the first 10 minutes. Divine Mercy kept the pressure on but failed to add to their goal tally and were unlucky to concede a penalty just before half time. After half time the boys asserted their dominance on the game And through goals from Cian and Callum finished deserved 3 - 1 victors. A great start to the league boys! Keep it up!
Mr.Breen’s class completed their Junior Achievement programme last Friday. They learned about Urban Environments and all the planning that goes into making a city work. All the children were awarded with a certificate and hat for their hard work!
Divine Mercy’s budding gardeners have been hard at work creating a wildflower meadow. The 3rd and 4th classes planted pollinator friendly flowers and herbs that will help to provide pollen and nectar for the declining bee population in Ireland. Thank you to all involved in this wonderful initiative. Watch this space to check in on our blooming garden!
After a two year break due to the pandemic, the boys’ soccer team had their first game of the season vs St. Peter Apostle of Neilstown. After a shaky start, the team settled well and opened the scoring through Ahmed. Further goals followed in the first half through Cian Becker and Ahmed once again. In the second half all the substitutes got game time. Jamie Whelan came on and scored the games fourth goal towards the end of the game. All in all a great opening performance from the whole team! Today's team: Evan Phelan Keogh, Mattie Kurkowski, Chris Benny, Tadeusz Nare, Denzel Ogunnaike, Joey Dunne, Paul Higgins, Hayden O Loughlin, Ahmed Nur Omar, Nathan Chikono, Callum Cleary, Cian Becker, Giulio Danca, Eze Chimamanda, Jamie Whelan and Conor O Keefe
Congratulations to our 16 Pupil of the Week Winners this week . They will be proudly displayed on the Wall of Fame for the next fortnight. 3rd Class - Amalia Zach and Lily 4th Class - Brody Nabiha & Lennox 5th Class - Noah Aaron Rebecca Alana & Christabel 6th Class Gethin Giulio Kelsey Owan & Ianna
In 2019 - 2020 all the hard work that has been going in GAA over the past number of year was rewa..
There is a basketball ball club for 6th Class girls and 6th Class boys. They play against loca..
Soccer is one of the most popular clubs in Divine Mercy SNS. There is a boys' team and a gi..
Cross Country meetings start in February. There are four race meetings which culminate in a Dubli..
The children in Divine Mercy SNS enjoy participating in cricket during the Spring and Summer. A..
The school will be entering a team into the Leinster Primary Chess League later in 2021. In 201..
Camogie is played in all classes in Divine Mercy SNS. Our senior team play in the Cumman na mBuns..
Rainbows is on Tuesday lunchtimes in the library. It is a support group for students going throug..
We always enter the annual Credit Union Schools Quiz. Mr Lynch says that it helps encourage learn..
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