Newcestown National School
Bishop Galvin Central School
We would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to our school website. Bishop Galvin Central School is a Roman Catholic Primary School recognised by the Department of Education and Science as a mixed primary school under the patronage of the Catholic Bishop of Cork and Ross.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide the means by which all pupils can flourish and reach their full potential, including a living relationship with God and with other people.
Our vision is to provide a happy, caring and safe learning environment for all members of the school community. Our school is a partnership between children, parents, staff and management and the parish community as a whole.
Our school aim is to ‘be the best it can be’.
As Principal of Bishop Galvin Central School, I invite you to browse our website. I hope you enjoy it and please feel free to contact me should you require any further information.
Le gach dea ghuí,
Roseanne Neville
‘Le chéile ar aghaidh’
School News
Parents Open Evening.
Last Thursday night we held our first Open Night for prospective parents in our school.
Our 6th class pupils described what school life is like in the school.
Parents had a chance to walk around the school and experience all the activities that happen in the school.
Thanks to all those who came and those who played a part in this event.
Information Evening for Parents in Newcestown NS at 6pm on the 17th of October 2024
Do you have a child who is due to start school in September 2025? Are you undecided as to where to send him/her? Please come along to the Newcestown Open Evening. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the school and all that it has to offer. You will...
Rang a Sé really enjoyed their pitch and putt lesson this September. Many thanks to Newcestown Pitch and Putt Club for the use of their wonderful course. ⛳️🏌️♂️
Our vegetable garden has thrived during the summer months. We have lots of lovely vegetables that we hope to sell at our vegetable market in September.
Recent Retirements
On June 25th a retirement function was held for Miss Ann Canty and Mrs Dorothy O’Donovan. It was a beautiful occasion with members of the board of management , parent’s representatives , former and present staff, chairpersons of Newcestown camogie and GAA clubs all...
Confirmation of appointment of new Principal
https://newcestownns.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Notice-of-Appointment-of-Principal-7th-June-2024.pdf
2nd Class had a fantastic Zoom call with author Leona Forde and illustrator Karen Harte from the Milly McCarthy series of books. We drew the character Milly with Karen and asked Leona questions about writing books. It was amazing. We are so excited to read the new book Milly McCarthy and the Sports Day Shambles!!!
Well done to our boys from 5th and 6th class who played in the Sciath na Scol hurling semi final on the 1st of May, great skill and commitment was shown and they now advance to the final in a couple of weeks time. Maith sibh 🎉👏
Easter Newsletter
https://newcestownns.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Easter-Newsletter-1.pdf
Science Club 2024
The parent-led Science and Nature Club ran again over February and March for 3rd and 4th class. Studies have shown that introducing science in a fun way early in education can leave a lasting impression. Whether it’s opening up their curiosity or increasing their...
Mrs O'Callaghan Retires
Today the school principal made a presentation on behalf of the Board of Management to Mrs. O’Callaghan. Her grandchildren Charlotte and Andrew presented Marie with a gift voucher which Marie wants to use to purchase an I- pad to keep in contact with her family in Australia .
Marie has worked in the school for over 20 years and showed great interest and dedication in keeping the school clean and tidy. She had great knowledge of the school and parish going back to her own school days, in what is now the parish hall.
We wish her well in her retirement and hope that when the pandemic is over she will call into the school often for a chat and a cup of tea.
We look forward to celebrating 50 years of the opening of the central school with Marie next September!
Today the school principal made a presentation on behalf of the Board of Management to Mrs. O’Callaghan. Her grandchildren Charlotte and Andrew presented Marie with a gift voucher which Marie wants to use to purchase an I- pad to keep in contact with her family in Australia .
Marie has worked in the school for over 20 years and showed great interest and dedication in keeping the school clean and tidy. She had great knowledge of the school and parish going back to her own school days, in what is now the parish hall.
We wish her well in her retirement and hope that when the pandemic is over she will call into the school often for a chat and a cup of tea.
We look forward to celebrating 50 years of the opening of the central school with Marie next September!
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