đ Meenkilly National School Halloween Dress-Up CĂ©ilĂ 2025đ
Just before the mid-term break, Meenkilly National School held a fantastic Halloween Dress-Up CĂ©ilĂ, and what a spooktacular day it was! From Junior Infants all the way up to Sixth Class, every pupil took part, filling the hall with colour, music, laughter, and lots of lively dance steps. The children enjoyed learning and performing a […]
Decreasing Sedentary Time
At Meenkilly NS, we encourage pupils to move as much as possible throughout the school day. Sitting for long periodsâalso known as sedentary timeâcan affect both our bodies and our minds. By reducing sedentary time, children feel healthier, happier, and more ready to learn. Why itâs important to decrease sedentary time: At our school, we […]
Meenkilly NS Takes on the Active Break Challenge!
For the past four weeks, the pupils of Meenkilly NS have been enthusiastically taking part in the Active Break Challenge. Each classroom received a special chart to track their progress, with our Active School Committee (ASC) helping to record activities such as dance, running, using the walkway, and classroom exercises. Every day, weâve aimed to tick off […]
The Meenkilly NS Walkway
At Meenkilly National School, we are very fortunate to have our own Walkway on the school grounds. This safe and accessible route gives pupils the chance to enjoy fresh air and exercise as part of their school day. The Walkway is used in many different waysâclass walks, Active Breaks, nature trails, and even themed activities […]
Active December at Meenkilly NS
December was a very busyâand very activeâmonth here at Meenkilly NS! This year, Santa himself made a surprise visit and even took a dash around the school yard, high-fiving and fist-pumping all the pupils. The excitement was electric as the children cheered him on, posed for photos, and enjoyed the festive fun. Our pupils were […]
Meenkilly National School Takes Part in the Skip Around Europe Challenge
Meenkilly National School recently participated in the exciting Skip Around Europe Challenge. Every day, the entire school communityâfrom Junior Infants to Sixth Classâenjoyed an extra ten minutes of skipping together. Laughter and energy filled the yard as children skipped alongside their friends, improving their skills while having great fun. Each time a child completed ten skips, […]
Meenkilly National School’s Annual Water Fight Brings Joy and Laughter
Meenkilly National School held its much-loved annual water fight today, a highlight of the school year for pupils and staff alike. What began a few years ago as a fun addition to Active Schools Week has since become a beloved tradition that everyone looks forward to. Armed with their own water guns, the pupils took […]
Every Day is an Active Day at Meenkilly National School-Building a Healthier School Community
At Meenkilly National School, we pride ourselves on being an active and energetic school where physical activity is a valued part of daily life. Throughout the school year, pupils engage in a wide variety of sporting and physical activities, supported by our committed staff and community volunteers. Each year, we welcome specialist coaches in football, […]
Santa Dash
Christmas at Meenkilly National School Santa Dash concludes with Special Guests! As part of our Active Schools Programme and in anticipation of the school holidays, the students of Meenkilly dressed up in Christmas jumpers, Santa hats and hi-vis for some âSanta Dashâ fun. This involved walking, jogging and singing Christmas Carols around the Caher ring. […]
Spooktacular School Dance! – Costumes, Music, and Monster Moves!
This Halloween, our Active Flag Committee brought some extra fun to the school by organising a spooky Halloween dance! The children had a fantastic time showing off their amazing costumes and dancing throughout the day. One of the highlights was seeing the older classes join in with the juniors â everyone had a blast dancing […]