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Calvin Jones – School Wildlife Safari
There was great excitement in the school on Tuesday when we had our first visitor since the beginning of the pandemic!
We were delighted to welcome Calvin Jones to Walterstown National School. Calvin, Founder and Managing Editor of Ireland’s Wildlife, is a Natural History Heritage Specialist on the wonderful “Heritage in Schools Scheme”.
Le Chéile Orange Class 2021
The Orange Class have settled very well into the new school year. They have been busy doing lots of learning, fine motor activities and autumn arts & crafts.
u12 County Camogie Final
Huge Congratulations to the Cobh Camogie U12 ‘Yellow’ team on winning the County Final on Sunday against a very tough Na Piarsaigh side.
The match was won after extra-time and a great performance was put in by all.
Senior Infants 2021
Senior Infants are delighted to be back at school. They are enjoying time on the playground, autumn themed art, investigating new math concepts with their partners and of course Aistear! It is great to see them all so delighted to be back in the classroom playing and learning alongside their peers.
Junior Infants 2021
We would like to welcome our new Junior Infants to Walterstown National School. Since their first day they have really impressed us with their behaviour, manners and enthusiasm! We are looking forward to creating many happy memories with them in the years to come!
Active Week 2021
We had a very successful “Active Week” in Walterstown last week. There were activities everyday, including dancing, a summer walk, and a skipathon. There was something for everyone! We had a fantastic time keeping fit throughout the week.
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A Message from the Principal
Fáilte go suíomh idirlíon Walterstown NS. Tá go leor eolais faoi imeachtaí scoile agus gníomhaíochtaí na bpáistí ar fáil anseo. Tá súil againn go mbainfidh sibh taitneamh as.
At Walterstown National School, we are proud to be a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking primary school situated in a truly unique setting. With stunning sea views and over four acres of countryside, our outdoor environment provides a rich backdrop for learning, growth and exploration.
Our school vision – Nurturing Minds, Building Futures, Enabling Dreams – lies at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to developing the full potential of every child through an educational framework that blends a broad and balanced curriculum with high-quality physical education and an emphasis on outdoor learning.
Our extensive facilities include a full-sized playing pitch, an outdoor classroom, a working polytunnel for gardening projects, and a wilderness walkway designed to inspire curiosity and connection with nature. We are also proud to facilitate nurture programmes, supported by our much-loved school dog, Fleur, who plays a key role in promoting emotional well-being and confidence among our pupils.
We hope you enjoy exploring our website and learning more about the spirit, values and opportunities that define Walterstown NS.best education to our students.
A Tour of Walterstown National School
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