OUR SCHOOL

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.

LATEST EVENTS

LATEST NEWS & NOTIFICATIONS

Mini Basketball 3v3 Event

Mini Basketball 3v3 Event

  • 21st Mar 2023 5:15 pm

Six boys and six girls from the 6th class basketball squads had a great morning in St Laurence's College, Loughlinstown. They played a short 10 minute half court game against five other teams from the South Dublin area. Mr C Lynch and Mrs S Lynch

Rugby - 4th Class

Rugby - 4th Class

  • 21st Mar 2023 5:07 pm

The boys and girls from 4th Class have been having a brilliant time with Coach Glenn from Leinster Rugby. They have been learning the rules of the game and having great fun. There has been great excitement in rooms 1,2 and 3 especially after Ireland's Grand Slam victory last weekend!

North Clondalkin Library Quiz

North Clondalkin Library Quiz

  • 21st Mar 2023 4:26 pm

Congratulations to our quiz team of Harry, Precious, Rodney and Adeolu who qualified for the Dublin final to be held on the 19th of April.

Today they came in 2nd place in the regional final held at North Clondalkin library. The children got a tour of the facility along with Ms.Nolan and Mr.Breen.

Thank you to North Clondalkin library for hosting such a great event.

Ceolchoirm

Ceolchoirm

  • 16th Mar 2023 3:53 pm

As part of Seachtain na Gaeilge, each class participated in a Ceolchoirm. The children showed off their talents by reciting poetry, singing songs and participating in drama performances. Well done to everyone involved. Comhghairdeas!

Room 2 - St Patrick's Day Projects

Room 2 - St Patrick's Day Projects

  • 16th Mar 2023 3:53 pm

Great work from room 2 who worked really hard on these projects all about our Patron Saint! 

Lá Glas

Lá Glas

  • 16th Mar 2023 3:52 pm

A great end to Seachtain na Gaeilge! Everybody looked amazing in their green outfits! A special thank you to Me Dee for her hard work making SnaG truly special as she does every year. 

Comórtas Ealaíne- SnaG

Comórtas Ealaíne- SnaG

  • 16th Mar 2023 3:51 pm

Huge congratulations to our class & overall year group winners for our SnaG art competition. The theme was what it means to be irish. We have to say the boys and girls did not disappoint! Amazing work everybody! Comhghairdeas! 

Seachtain na Gaeilge Fun!

Seachtain na Gaeilge Fun!

  • 16th Mar 2023 3:50 pm

An array of events took place this week including our talent show, quiz, treasure hunt, Photo Booth with props, focal an lae games, art competitions and much much more. A busy week full of craic! 

Junior Achievement Programme - Room 14

Junior Achievement Programme - Room 14

  • 15th Mar 2023 7:56 pm

The boys and girls of Room 14 have been taking part in the Junior Achievement Programme with volunteer Jay from General Motors. Over the last 5 weeks, Jay has been helping the children take part in hands-on activities that journey through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths (STEAM). Through these experiences the children have explored STEAM skills and the role they play in the future of the business world.

Lá Glas

Lá Glas

  • 15th Mar 2023 4:44 pm

Tomorrow all of the students in DMSNS are asked to take part in Lá Glas! Please wear green in tomorrow to celebrate St Patrick’s Day! We have had an amazing Seachtaine Na Gaeilge! See you all in your green outfits tomorrow! 

Céilí sa Halla

Céilí sa Halla

  • 15th Mar 2023 4:43 pm

Bhí Céilí sa halla inné do na páistí. Bhí an-sport acú ag damhsa lena gcairde. Thaitin 'An Dreolín', 'Ballaí Luimnigh' agus 'Cuir Crúb ar an Asal' go mór leis na páistí. There was a céilí for the children in the hall yesterday. They had great fun dancing with their friends. The children really enjoyed 'An Dreolín', 'Walls of Limerick' and 'Shoe the Donkey'. #seachtainnagaeilge2023

Parenting Talk about starting healthy habits from Safefood - NCL

Parenting Talk about starting healthy habits from Safefood - NCL

  • 15th Mar 2023 10:27 am

Parents/Guardians,
In North Clondalkin Library today (March 15th) there is a panel talking about starting healthy habits. Panellists include child psychotherapist Dr Colman Noctor and safe food Director of Nutrition Dr Aileen McGloin.
If this event interests you, please book at the desk in NCL or via Eventbrite below:
Thanks,
Owen - HSCL
083 200 2449

Room 15 - Tulips

Room 15 - Tulips

  • 14th Mar 2023 12:12 pm

Room 15 learned all about the tulip fields in Amsterdam. This inspired the children to paint their own beautiful tulips using watercolour paints! Look how well they turned out!

St. Patrick’s Day Art - Room 1

St. Patrick’s Day Art - Room 1

  • 13th Mar 2023 5:47 pm

The children in Room 1 created wonderful St. Patrick’s themed art. The children designed shamrock people and pots of gold to decorate the school corridors for Seachtain na Gaeilge. 

Lá Fhéile Pádraig - Room 2

Lá Fhéile Pádraig - Room 2

  • 13th Mar 2023 2:17 pm

Room 2 made this brilliant display with lots of leprechauns that they created themselves! There’s also a shamrock in Ukrainian colours that Zakhar put up to remind him of his family in Ukraine. 

100% Attendance

100% Attendance

  • 10th Mar 2023 9:47 pm

On Thursday we brought the boys and girls to the hall for a little ceremony to congratulate them for their flawless attendance in term 1. Ms Halpin is very proud of you all. We will rewarding more children for their attendance soon so watch this space! Thanks to Ms Doyle for organising the event.

SnaG art in 6th Class

SnaG art in 6th Class

  • 10th Mar 2023 7:08 pm

Next week is SnaG! We are very excited in Room 11 and have made some 3D leprechauns from recycled materials and crepe paper!

WW2 Projects by Room 11

WW2 Projects by Room 11

  • 10th Mar 2023 5:31 pm

Room 11 have worked very hard on some amazing WW2 projects. We have learned all about WW2 in history this month and then finished it off by doing our own research during iPad time. Have a look at all our hard work in the photos! 

Basketball Friendly

Basketball Friendly

  • 10th Mar 2023 3:54 pm

The boys and girls basketball teams had a friendly against Scoil Mhuire Woodview last Friday. In the boys game, Scoil Mhuire took a commanding lead in the first half, but all members of the squad battled magnificently in the last two quarters in what was a highly entertaining match, just losing out 20-24. The girls faced a very tough opposition and despite their best efforts were well beaten 28-2.

After school football club - CANCELLED

After school football club - CANCELLED

  • 9th Mar 2023 11:10 am

Parents/Guardians,


Due to the bad weather conditions the after school football club has been cancelled. 

We apologise for any inconvenience.

Thank you,

Mr. Lynch

Football boots and shin pads needed!

Football boots and shin pads needed!

  • 9th Mar 2023 10:36 am

Parents/Guardians, We are looking for donations of spare football boots and shin pads. If you have any at home please send them into school where they will be put to good use. Thanks, Owen - HSCL

Garda Community GAA Blitz

Garda Community GAA Blitz

  • 8th Mar 2023 3:21 pm

The children had a brilliant day out at the GAA Blitz arranged by Ronanstown Garda as part of the Community Outreach Programme . We were even lucky enough to win the final against St Peter Apostle. The children met players Ellen Gribbon, Jack McCaffrey & Emma O'Malley and were presented with new Dublin gear . Jim Gavin presented the medals and the Minister for Sport, Jack Chambers was also in attendance along with Chief Superintendent Finbarr Murphy . Thanks to the Community Gardaí for inviting us to take part in this initiative over the last few weeks especially Aisling, Tom, Ciaran and Inspector Aonghus Hussey .

North Clondalkin Library Junior Brochure Guide - March

North Clondalkin Library Junior Brochure Guide - March

  • 8th Mar 2023 2:49 pm

Parents/Guardians and pupils, Take a look at all of the exciting things that are going on for children in North Clondalkin Library in March!

Gaeilge Course for Parents

Gaeilge Course for Parents

  • 8th Mar 2023 10:06 am

Parents/Guardians, Improve your Irish for Seachtain na Gaeilge! This 3 FREE part webinar series is for Primary & Post Primary school leaders, teachers, SETs, SNAs and Parents! Book your FREE place and have fun improving your conversational Gaeilge via www.dwec.ie

Seachtaine na Gaeilge

Seachtaine na Gaeilge

  • 7th Mar 2023 8:53 pm

️Next week is Seachtaine na Gaeilge!️

Divine Mercy SNS have an exciting week lined up. We have a Trá na gCeist, Ceilí Mór, Ceolchoirm, Toraíocht Taisce and lots lots more planned!
The corridors will be filled with festive green decor and our PE hall is a leprechauns dream with shamrocks, pots of gold and a stunning balloon arch created by Ms Walsh and Emma! The boys and girls will be receiving homework passes for their use of Gaeilge each day and an art competition will be held on Thursday, with Easter Egg prizes for class/year winners! Thursday is also Lá Glas & the boys and girls are encouraged to wear green️. We are very excited in DMSNS!

Divine Mercy SNS v St Peter Apostle SNS

Divine Mercy SNS v St Peter Apostle SNS

  • 7th Mar 2023 8:36 pm

The boys soccer team had their first game in our local Clondalkin league today. We were playing St Peter Apostle Neilstown. After a shaky first period in which we went two nil behind, the whole squad showed great determination and courage to fight back in the second half to draw 2-2. There were great performances all over the pitch. Noah and Denzel were the goalscorers today. Our next match is on Monday vs Clonburris and then we will have two teams competing in the FAI 5 a side tournament the week after that. Back row - Callum, Joey, Conor, Enzo, Eduard, David, Denzel and Mubarrak. Front row- Justin, Alex, Paul, Aaron B, Aaron M, Jamie, Noah and Michael.

Reading Buddies trip to Lucan Library

Reading Buddies trip to Lucan Library

  • 7th Mar 2023 8:27 pm

The 3rd and 6th Class Reading Buddies visited Lucan Library last week as part of World Book Day. Librarian Maeve gave them a tour of the library, read them a fabulous story and also answered any questions the pupils had about joining the library, the Mobile library and reading in general. It was a lovely trip and the library is a wonderful resource/amenity to have in our area. Mary Hyland

Biodiversity Talk - Room 4

Biodiversity Talk - Room 4

  • 6th Mar 2023 8:45 pm

A snippet into a great morning with Dale Treadwell! The children in Room 4 really enjoyed listening to Dale’s stories and all he had to say about bees, bats, bugs, butterflies and birds! The boys and girls have been inspired to make bird feeders to ensure that the birds have enough food over the coming weeks in the cold weather!

Coca-Cola and Mentos - Room 5

Coca-Cola and Mentos - Room 5

  • 6th Mar 2023 8:42 pm

The boys and girls in Room 5 had great fun during our Science lesson last week. We learned about the gas that is used to make fizzy drinks and calculated just how much sugar is in a two-litre bottle of Coca-Cola! We then went outside to observe the reaction that takes place when Mentos are dropped into a fizzy drink. We learned that the carbon dioxide in fizzy drinks attaches to the surface of the Mentos, creating lots of bubbles and resulting in an eruption!

Biodiversity Talk - Room 2

Biodiversity Talk - Room 2

  • 6th Mar 2023 2:07 pm

This morning Room 2 had the pleasure of meeting Dale Treadwell. Dale has worked with the Australian National Parks and Wildlife Service and presented on children’s television in Ireland for 10 years. Dale’s visit introduced the children to the 5 Bs of Biodiversity: bugs; butterflies; bees; bats and birds through interactive, fun and hands-on activities. Everyone had an excellent morning and is "Buzzing" for his next visit!

Digital Parenting Guide

Digital Parenting Guide

  • 6th Mar 2023 2:06 pm

Parents/Guardians, 

CyberSafeKids have created a brilliant interactive parenting guide, Digital Parenting: Keeping your Kids Safe Online which you can find here:

https://t.co/FWdS6iQ5Ds

Indoor Soccer League

Indoor Soccer League

  • 5th Mar 2023 9:24 pm

After 7 weeks, 24 games and 150 goals we have completed the group stages of our Indoor Soccer League. Everton, Brentford, Tottenham and Wolves won their groups. Fulham, Leicester City, Chelsea and Manchester City finished second. These 8 teams now qualify for the quarter finals. The knockout stages run up until the Easter holidays. Best of luck to all teams involved and well done to all the boys who have taken part in the competition.

Room 6 - World Book Day

Room 6 - World Book Day

  • 3rd Mar 2023 6:20 pm

The boys and girls in Room 6 had a great time reading and talking about their favourite books and characters yesterday! The costumes were amazing. Well done boys and girls!

World Book Day Dress Up!

World Book Day Dress Up!

  • 3rd Mar 2023 7:30 am

The boys and girls of Divine Mercy had a fantastic day dressing up as their favourite book characters. Here are some of the wonderful costumes!

Room 14 - Clay Gargoyles

Room 14 - Clay Gargoyles

  • 2nd Mar 2023 2:17 pm

The boys and girls have been busy making gargoyles out of clay. They learned about their purpose and how they are used to protect buildings by throwing rain water away from the outside walls. Here are some of the finished works.

Community Outreach Programme

Community Outreach Programme

  • 1st Mar 2023 10:38 pm

Thanks to AIGIreland and Ronanstown station for including our children in the GAA Blitz preparation activities. The children had a brilliant time and it was great to meet Davey Keogh and Aishling Maher too.

World Book Day 2023

World Book Day 2023

  • 28th Feb 2023 8:44 pm

Thursday March 2nd is World Book Day and to celebrate it in Divine Mercy SNS we are encouraging all Teachers and Students to bring in their favourite book and read for pleasure on that day. Some of the 3rd and 6th Class students will be visiting Lucan Library and pupils can also dress up as their favourite book character.
There are some excellent resources online with fun reading activities to do at home, and these 2 websites offer a great variety of free online children’s books:


 And remember:
‘Knowledge is a seed that grows when you read.’

Thank you,

Mary Hyland

Divine Mercy SNS Vs St Oliver Plunketts

Divine Mercy SNS Vs St Oliver Plunketts

  • 28th Feb 2023 7:55 pm

The girls played St Oliver Plunketts in Malahide today. A tough first half against a strong wind made it difficult for the girls to build an attack but a quick-thinking long ball from Mesky split their defense and sent Alexia through to score with a clinical finish. Two more goals from Mesky helped close the score, including a screamer from outside the box, and a solo run from the half line with a breathtaking finish. However it wasnt enough and the wind advantage had proven too much. Hard luck girls!

Divine Mercy SNS v Scoil Assaim BNS Raheny

Divine Mercy SNS v Scoil Assaim BNS Raheny

  • 28th Feb 2023 4:05 pm

The boys soccer team had their opening game of the 2023 season in the Dublin Senior Cup last Friday. In a titanic struggle against Scoil Assaim BNS Raheny, they narrowly lost one nil. The boys put in a fantastic effort and are looking forward to the season ahead in the Clondalkin League and FAI 5 a side tournaments. 

Back row (L-R) Denzel, Joey, Conor, David, Al Mubarrak, Eduard, Enzo and Justin. 

Front row (L-R) Noah, Aaron M, Aaron B, Jamie, Alex, Jean Paul and Paul.

Green Schools News - Cycling Workshop

Green Schools News - Cycling Workshop

  • 27th Feb 2023 10:10 pm

On Wednesday February 22nd, Sarah, our Travel officer came to the school and did three cycling workshops with some children from 3rd to 6th class. This involved a safety talk, demonstrating how to cycle safely on our roads and footpaths and how important it is to wear a helmet when cycling. The children really enjoyed it and learned a lot from the day. Remember, if at all possible leave the car at home and encourage the children to cycle, walk or scoot to school, or use Park and Stride so that if driving is necessary the children are dropped a little bit away from the school and congestion is avoided at the school gates.

Parents’ Room Makeover!

Parents’ Room Makeover!

  • 27th Feb 2023 9:25 pm

We are very lucky to have a great space for our Parents’ Room here in Divine Mercy SNS. Many thanks to Ms. Halpin, Emma and Roddy for giving it a makeover - it looks brilliant! 

Croke Park Trip

Croke Park Trip

  • 26th Feb 2023 7:25 pm

Ten boys & girls were treated to a day out in Croke Park.They got to see the players dressing rooms & private lounge. Finishing off the day climbing the steps of the Hogan stand to lift the cup. Thanks to Ronanstown @gardainfo for organising the trip. @ActiveFlag

Basketball Update from Ms. Farrell

Basketball Update from Ms. Farrell

  • 25th Feb 2023 10:03 am

The 6th class girls indoor NBA Lunchtime League finished up recently.

We had 7 weeks of great matches and lots of fun! The Cleveland Cavaliers were our winners after a very close final with Boston Celtic. They showed fantastic teamwork & passing. Special mentions to Gloria, Michelle and Alexia for great passing & scores. To celebrate the end of the League the whole team got together for pizza. As a prize for the league winners & runners-up, Ms. Farrell organised a trip to our very own NBA in Tallaght to watch the U16A Girls Post Primary Schools Basketball League Final between Calasanctius College, Galway & Intermediate School Killorglin. The girls were treated to a brilliant display of basketball in a thrilling final, which went to added time, Calasanctius College winning by just a point. Special thanks to Paul Dempsey of Basketball Ireland for helping us organise, to Mr. Lynch & Roddy for getting us there.

Spring Has Sprung!

Spring Has Sprung!

  • 24th Feb 2023 6:39 pm

Some beautiful springtime art by Room 11 for you all to enjoy!

Entrance Exams

Entrance Exams

  • 24th Feb 2023 2:24 pm

Parents/Guardians,


This is a reminder that there are entrance exams for St. Kevin’s Community College and Kishoge Community College for some 6th Class pupils tomorrow (Saturday 25th February). The times are below:

St. Kevin’s CC: 9:45 am - 1:00 pm.

Kishoge CC: 9:15 am - 1:00 pm.

Best of luck to you all!

Owen Walters
HSCL
083 200 2449


Collinstown Park Community College Further Education and Training Department Open Day

Collinstown Park Community College Further Education and Training Department Open Day

  • 22nd Feb 2023 6:36 pm

Collinstown Park Community College Further Education and Training Department are holding an Open Day on Thursday March 2nd and are looking forward to meeting anybody interested in taking on a new adventure in education.

Attached are a poster and flyer for 2023 - 2024.

All details can also be found at: 


Thank you,

Owen - HSCL

083 200 2449

Pre-Loved Uniform Donation

Pre-Loved Uniform Donation

  • 20th Feb 2023 2:37 pm

Parents/Guardians, If you have any reusable school uniform donations please send them into Bernie or myself. Thanks, Owen - HSCL

Sláintecare Healthy Communities - Stop Smoking Group

Sláintecare Healthy Communities - Stop Smoking Group

  • 20th Feb 2023 2:19 pm

Parents/Guardians, Please look at the poster attached if you are trying to quit smoking or vaping. For more information about the group please contact me on the number below. Thanks, Owen - HSCL 083 200 2449

Mid Term Break

Mid Term Break

  • 15th Feb 2023 2:31 pm

Dear Parents/Guardians, Just a reminder that the school will be closed tomorrow - Thursday 16th and Friday 17th February for the mid term break. We will see you all back at 9:00 am on Monday 20th February. Regards, Regina Halpin, Principal

Gymnastics Star!

Gymnastics Star!

  • 14th Feb 2023 3:30 pm

Well done to Éabha in Mr McCormack’s class who was competing in a gymnastics competition in Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh last weekend. She came third in the floor event which is her favourite discipline. She is part of the Clondalkin Gymnastics Club and trains for two hours every Saturday. She really likes her coaches Fiona, Sophie, Rachel and Eimear and they were very proud of her achievement! Keep it up Éabha!

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