Double Delight for Presentation Primary

It was an incredible week for girls’ football at Presentation Primary School, as both our U11 and U13 teams were crowned winners in their respective blitzes! Our U11 team produced a flawless display of skill, teamwork and determination – winning all four of their games without conceding a single score! They overcame tough opposition from Scoil Angela, St. Mary’s Nenagh and two Clonmel schools, showing great defensive discipline and attacking flair throughout. Not to be outdone, our U13 team also claimed victory in their blitz, winning all four of their games. Their final match proved to be a thrilling encounter Read more

The Liam McCarthy Comes to School!

What a day to remember! Excitement levels were sky-high as the Liam MacCarthy Cup came through our doors, carried proudly by none other than members of the All-Ireland winning Tipperary hurling team. We were honoured to be joined by Ronan Maher, John McGrath, Conor Bowe, Darragh Stakelum and Cillian Minogue from the U20 team – true heroes in Blue and Gold! Every single child in the school got the chance to hold the famous cup, and the smiles said it all. To make the moment even more special, our talented 5th Class girls performed “When I Play for the County” Read more

Cross Country Success in Thurles

Throughout September, the girls from 3rd to 6th Class trained together in preparation for the Tipperary Cross Country Championships. Their commitment and hard work were truly rewarded when a record 75 pupils — boys and girls — were selected to represent our school at the event in Thurles Crokes Athletic Field. The 3rd and 4th Class athletes tackled an 800m course, while the senior pupils from 5th and 6th Class faced the full 1000m. Competing in the Major Schools Section, each race saw up to 100 children on the start line — a real test of stamina and determination. All Read more

1st & 2nd Class School Tour to Kilkenny – Castles, Playgrounds & Bowling Fun!

Our 1st and 2nd class pupils enjoyed a fantastic school tour to the historic city of Kilkenny. The day began with a fascinating guided tour of the stunning Kilkenny Castle, a majestic 12th-century Anglo-Norman castle full of rich history and beautiful rooms. The children were curious and engaged as they learned all about life in the castle long ago. After the tour, everyone enjoyed some well-deserved playtime in the nearby playground, where laughter and energy filled the air. The fun didn’t stop there – the day ended on a high with tasty food and a few exciting games of bowling Read more

3rd & 4th Class School Tour to UL – A Day of Fun and Adventure!

Our 3rd and 4th class pupils had an unforgettable school tour to the University of Limerick, where a day full of excitement and energy awaited them! The boys and girls took part in a fantastic range of activities, including giant inflatables and thrilling water games. From bouncing, sliding, and racing to getting soaked and laughing with friends, there was never a dull moment. It was a brilliant day of fun, teamwork, and making memories. A big thank you to the staff at UL for such a well-organised and action-packed experience!

Sports Day – Fun in the Sun!

We had a fantastic Sports Day filled with fun, laughter, and sunshine! The children took part in classic races like the sack race and egg-and-spoon, tackled a CrossFit-style obstacle course, and worked together in exciting team challenges like tug-of-war. It was a joyful day of activity, teamwork, and smiles all around. Well done to everyone who took part and made it such a great success!

Active Week & Wellbeing Week – Better Together

This year, we brought two of our favourite school traditions together—Active Week and Wellbeing Week—under the uplifting theme “Better Together.” It was a wonderful celebration of movement, mindfulness, and community spirit across the whole school. Pupils enjoyed a wide range of energetic activities throughout the week. From dodgeball and CrossFit to Wheelchair basketball and football blitzes—there was something for everyone. A particular highlight was the much-anticipated 6th Class vs. Teachers soccer match, which proved to be a fiercely contested and thoroughly entertaining battle! Running alongside our active events, we also celebrated Wellbeing Week. Pupils took part in a variety of Read more