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Having been awarded the prestigious Active Flag for its work in creating a physically active school community, Danescastle National School invited none other than Santa Claus to hoist the flag just before Christmas. In addition to raising the flag, which is a Department of Education initiative supported by Healthy Ireland, Santa also brought presents for all the children who performed a Christmas dance before Bualadh Bos/Jingle Bells.

By Suzanne Pender IT was a busy end to a busy year for Kildavin NS, who had lots of reasons to celebrate when the entire school came together recently.

Scoil Shinchill, Killeigh was recently awarded its first Active Flag. The Active Flag is a Department of Education and Skills initiative that recognises schools...

CHURCHTOWN National School is situated in the heart of the countryside whilst being located only five minutes from Athy town. The school itself is on a large…

Posted on December 12th, 2020 Scoil Íde, Curranes National School, Castleisland Principal, Emer Nelligan and guest, Garda Aidan O’Mahony unfurled the 2017 ‘Active School Flag’ at the special ceremony back when large groups could gather to celebrate these great achievements and occasions.  ©Photograph: John Reidy 21-6-2017  Curranes National School was presented with a special flag by Athletics Ireland this week in recognition of its commitment to The Daily Mile. The school has Active...