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Scoilavision 2026

10th Jun 2026

A much-loved tradition in Scoil na mBuachaillí took centre stage once again...

Nature-Inspired Clay Creations 🍂

7th Jun 2026

Last week, the boys went on a nature walk to collect leaves and had great fun exploring...

Last 1st Friday Mass for this School Year

5th Jun 2026

Today, we attended our final First Friday Mass of the 2025–2026 school year....

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Nature-Inspired Clay Creations 🍂 Last week, the boys went on a nature walk to collect leaves and had great fun exploring the different shapes, patterns, and textures they discovered. Using their leaves as inspiration, they pressed them into clay to create beautiful prints, carefully observing the intricate details each leaf left behind. The boys then cut around the leaf shapes to make their very own leaf-shaped bowls. On Friday, they added the finishing touches by painting their creations, bringing them to life with vibrant colours and lots of creativity. It has been wonderful to see the boys engage with nature, develop their fine motor skills, and express their artistic talents through this hands-on activity. We are so proud of their fantastic work and the beautiful bowls they created! 🍁🎨✨

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Today, we attended our final First Friday Mass of the 2025/2026 school year. As always, it was wonderful to gather with the wider parish community for this monthly celebration. This month's Mass held additional significance as it was also Mrs Elaine Connolly’s final First Friday Mass as a member of the SNB Clonakilty staff team. For many years, Mrs. Connolly has been a dedicated and faithful presence at our monthly Masses, helping to nurture and strengthen this important tradition within our school. Her commitment, kindness, and quiet leadership have enriched the spiritual life of countless pupils, staff, and families over the years. Clonakilty Family of Parishes

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🤸‍♂️🌟 Senior Infants Reach New Heights! 🌟🤸‍♂️ If anyone is searching for Ireland's next gymnastics team, we suggest taking a look at our Senior Infants! 🇮🇪🏅 With just one gymnastics session remaining next week, the boys have been putting all their newly acquired skills to the test. From balancing acts and partner work to impressive displays of strength, coordination and teamwork, they have certainly come a long way since their first session. The photos tell the story better than words ever could – smiles, laughter, determination and plenty of gravity-defying moments! We are not entirely sure whether we are watching gymnasts, acrobats or future circus stars! 🎪😂 What has impressed us most is the boys' willingness to trust one another, work together and encourage their classmates. Every session has been filled with positivity, confidence-building and fun. A huge thank you to our fantastic gymnastics coach for helping the boys develop their skills while making every session so enjoyable. One session left to go... and if these pictures are anything to go by, the grand finale promises to be spectacular! 👏🤸‍♂️ #SeniorInfants #GymnasticsFun #FutureOlympians #Teamwork #ActiveSchools #SNBClonakilty #LearningThroughMovement

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🚢🏝️ 3rd Class Tour to Spike Island 🏝️🚢 Our 3rd Class pupils had a fantastic day on their recent school tour to Spike Island! 😊 After a ferry trip across Cork Harbour, the children explored one of Ireland's most fascinating historic sites. They learned all about the island's rich history as a monastery, fortress, military barracks and prison through engaging tours and exhibits. 📚⚓ The tour brought history to life and gave the children a wonderful opportunity to learn outside the classroom while enjoying a fun day out with their friends. 🌟 A great day was had by all, filled with learning, exploration and plenty of smiles! 😃👏 #SchoolTour #SpikeIsland #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #HistoryAlive #ThirdClass #CorkHarbour

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🌊🐟 4th Class Visit the ARC Aquaculture Roadshow 🐟🌊 Today, pupils from Ms Hayes' and Ms O'Donovan's 4th Classes had a fantastic opportunity to visit the ARC (Aquaculture Remote Classroom), currently located outside the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine offices in Clonakilty. The ARC is a mobile classroom developed by Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) to help children learn about Irish aquaculture and sustainable seafood production. 🦪🐠 Through interactive activities and presentations, the children explored where seafood comes from, the importance of aquaculture in Ireland, and how it supports healthy food production and environmental sustainability. 🌍💙 A big thank you to the ARC team for providing such an engaging and educational experience. Our pupils thoroughly enjoyed the visit and learned so much about Ireland's marine industry! 👏😊 #ARC #Aquaculture #STEMEducation #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #SustainableSeafood #Clonakilty

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Unfortunately, the final didn't go our way today, but our boys did us incredibly proud. ❤️💚 Our Sciath na Scoil Football team gave everything on the field in Ahamilla, showing tremendous determination, skill, teamwork and heart throughout the game. While the result wasn't the one we had hoped for, reaching a Sciath na Scoil Final is a fantastic achievement and one that the boys should be immensely proud of. The commitment and dedication shown by our 5th and 6th Class boys throughout the campaign has been outstanding, and they represented our school with great pride and sportsmanship. A huge thank you to their coaches, Marie Forristal, Ciarán Crowley and Seán Daly, for all their hard work, encouragement and support throughout the year. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to Rebecca and Rob from Emmet Hotel Clonakilty for kindly treating our panel and coaches after the game. Your generosity and support were greatly appreciated and helped make the day even more special for the boys. 👏 We are incredibly proud of every member of the panel. Heads held high, boys – you did yourselves, your families and your school proud. 🏆👏🍀

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🌲🧗‍♂️ 4th Class Adventure at Zipit! 🧗‍♂️🌲 Our 4th Class boys had an unforgettable day at Zipit Adventure Park, where they took on a variety of exciting climbing challenges, rope bridges, and zip lines high up among the trees. The boys showed tremendous courage and determination as they pushed themselves to try new things and overcome obstacles. It was fantastic to see the lads encouraging one another throughout the day, celebrating each other's achievements and demonstrating great teamwork and friendship. We were especially delighted when the Zipit instructors took the time to compliment the boys on their behaviour. They commented on how polite, respectful, and well-mannered the lads were throughout the visit and said they were a credit to their school. We are incredibly proud of how our 4th Class represented our school. Well done, boys—you were outstanding ambassadors and should be very proud of yourselves! 👏👏👏 A sincere thank you to Eileen Breen O'Riordan, Gillian Galvin, and Marie Hayes for accompanying the boys and helping to make the day such a wonderful success. Your support and assistance are greatly appreciated. 💚 #ZipitAdventure #4thClass #ProudSchool #Teamwork #Respect #SchoolTour #MakingMemories 💚🌟

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🌟 This Is What SNB Is All About 🌟 At SNB, we believe childhood should be filled with opportunities to explore, discover, experience and grow. Our role is not just to teach children in the classroom, but to open doors for them—to help them connect with nature, build friendships, develop confidence and create memories that will stay with them for years to come. Our Junior Infants had a wonderful day in the woods and on the beach, embracing every adventure that came their way. From exploring woodland trails to enjoying the sand and sea, the day was full of excitement, laughter and learning. And, of course, no great day out is complete without chips and ice cream! 🍟🍦 These experiences matter! They help children become confident, curious and resilient young people while reminding them that learning can be joyful, meaningful and fun. A huge thank you to Mary Horgan, Samantha Aerts, Kathryn O'Shea and Niamh O'Donovan for organising and accompanying the trip. Your generosity with your time and your commitment to providing enriching experiences for our pupils are greatly appreciated. Giving children opportunities to explore the world around them, discover new experiences and create lifelong memories – that's what SNB is all about. ❤️ I Love Clonakilty @followers Clonakilty Notice Board

💙❤️💚 The countdown is on! 💙❤️💚 Tomorrow, our Sciath na Scoil Football team takes to the field in the final, and the excitement around the school is reaching fever pitch! Our 5th and 6th Class boys, including our Sciath na Scoil panel, came together today ahead of tomorrow’s final. The excitement is building, the support is strong and the boys are ready for the challenge ahead! 🙌🔥 The boys have shown tremendous commitment, dedication and teamwork throughout the campaign, and we couldn't be prouder of all they have achieved to reach this stage. 💙❤️💚 A huge best of luck to the players and their coaches, Marie Forristal, Ciarán Crowley and Seán Daly, tomorrow. We hope everyone enjoys the occasion and the opportunity to represent the school in a Sciath na Scoil Final. 📍 Ahamilla ⏰ Throw-in: 9:30am on Thursday June 4th Everyone is welcome to come along and support the boys. We'd love to see a big crowd there cheering them on! 🍀🏆 Clonakilty GAA Club Clonakilty GAA Sports & Leisure Complex #SciathNaScoilFinal #TeamSNB #SchoolSpirit #SeeYouInAhamilla

Upcoming Events...

Wednesday, 10th June 2026
Scoilavision
Rang 7 School Tour
GAA with Conan
Thursday, 11th June 2026
Clonakilty Parish Sports
Elocution (Junior Infants - Rang 2)
Friday, 12th June 2026
Surfing for 6th class (09:30 - 10:30)
Saturday, 13th June 2026
Clonakilty Carnival
Monday, 15th June 2026
Senior Infant School tour to Skibbereen Activity Centre
Gymnastics - Juniors to 2nd class
Tuesday, 16th June 2026
6th class Surfing lessons
Gymnastics - Juniors to 2nd class
Wednesday, 17th June 2026
GAA with Conan
Junior Infant School Tour - Top of the Rock Drimoleague
Thursday, 18th June 2026
Awards Day (Provisional)
Elocution (Junior Infants - Rang 2)
Friday, 19th June 2026
6th class Mass @ 12.30pm
Tuesday, 23rd June 2026
School closing for the Summer @ 12pm
6th class Surfing lessons

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