Board of management

​2020-2024​
Chairperson:                                         Mr Albert Comer                                   
Acting Principal:                                  Mr  Fergal O' Doherty                        
Deputy Principal & Teachers' Rep:   Mr. David Cronin                              Parents’ Representatives:                   Mr Francis Cunniffe                                                                                               Ms Brenda Ryan                                 Wider Community:                              Mr Enda Keane                                                                                                       Ms Michelle Scarry                              
​Bishop’s Nominee:                               Fr. Fergal Cunnane                            

​school ethos
The ethos of our school is Catholic and Christian.  It is based on the Christian philosophy of society in Ireland. We have our set of values that tell us that each pupil is created in God’s image, that he/she has a life to lead to the best of his/her ability and a soul to be saved.  We believe that all children are equal in God’s eyes and each is entitled to an equal chance of obtaining optimum personal fulfilment.  We equally recognise and respect the diversity of beliefs, values and aspirations of all religious, ethnic and cultural groups in our community.
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Our school will be a very important agent along with the home, the Church and the community in the development of each child.  Every effort will be made to ensure that the child’s all-round development is healthy and harmonious.
 
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​Dunmore N.S. CurRiculum
​​In our school, we teach the new Primary Curriculum, which is presented in following blocks:

• Languages (English and Gaeilge)
• Mathematics
• STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths Education)
• Social and Environmental Education​
• Arts Education (Visual Arts, Music and Drama)
• Wellbeing Education (SPHE and PE)
• Social, Personal and Health Education
• Religious Education

​The School day 

​SCHOOL OPENING TIMES   
​9.00AM - 2:40PM  (1:40PM INFANT CLASSES)

Reception to the Classroom                                                     9:00 A.M.
Formal Instruction                                                                    9.10 - 10:35 A.M.
Morning Break                                                                           10.35 - 10:50 A.M.
Formal Instruction ( Including Religious Instruction)       10:50 - 12:30 P.M. 
Lunch Break                                                                                12:30 - 12:55 P.M.
Formal Instruction                                                                     12:55 - 2:40 P.M.
End of Infant Day                                                                        1:40 P.M.
End of School Day                                                                       2:40 P.M.

​School Uniform
The school uniform consists of a crested royal blue jumper/hoodie, navy trousers/slacks/pinafore and blue collared shirt or blouse. The children are encouraged to keep their uniform clean and tidy. 
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Communication

     
  • Class teachers are available by prior appointment, to discuss any aspect of your child’s education.  By contacting the school first and making an appointment outside of teaching time, you will afford all concerned a better opportunity to discuss relevant matters.  All matters of concern, regarding a child’s performance or behaviour in school should be discussed in the first instance with the class teacher.
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  • Aladdin notices with information on school closures, tours etc are issued regularly throughout the school year.  Our school Aladdin, Facebook page and website also contains up to date information.

  • Report cards are issued yearly using the DES template. They contain a range of information on your child’s progress.

  • In the case of Junior Infants, it is advisable to send an Aladdin message to the class teacher, if any issues arise.

  • It is very important that we have up to date contact phone numbers for parents in the case of accident or injury.  If a parent is unavailable, we also need a backup contact number e.g. a local crèche or grandparent, who will be readily available to bring home a sick child if necessary.  (See enrolment form).

  • In November, formal Parent-Teacher meetings take place and other meetings may be arranged, by mutual agreement, at any time of the year.  Communication between school and home is of vital importance, especially when dealing with important issues relating to your child’s education.