Sportshall Athletics
We have been using the Sportshall Athletics equipment from Clare Sports Partnership for the last few weeks. We are improving our jumping skills. We are also working on our throwing skills.
Green Schools Update
Members of the Green-Schools Committee are starting work on the school’s ninth theme- Global Citizenship: Travel. The ultimate aim of this theme is to continue our collaborative work with the Active School Committee on encouraging pupils to walk or cycle to school where possible. This theme will also allow us to discover how our work [...]
Halloween fun
The boys and girls in 5th class had great fun dressing up for Halloween. We also enjoyed participating in some Halloween games, dressing up as mummies, Maltesers Mouths and playing Ghostly Goals. The children really enjoyed their day and a huge effort was made by all.
Autumn Walk
Junior Infants have been learning a lot about autumn this month. Last Wednesday we went on an ‘Autumn Walk’ looking for signs of autumn. We found lots of red, yellow, orange and brown leaves. We found berries growing and took note of the autumn weather. The children really enjoyed the walk, it was great to [...]
Junior Infants: We’ve been busy!
Junior Infants have been very busy over the last number of weeks. They have all been really good at school and are working hard, having fun and making friends. The children have been learning lots of songs and rhymes, listening to stories, doing lots of colouring and pencil work and are doing really well with [...]
Yoga
Yoga is back with special arrangements in place for this school year. Here are the very lucky senior infants enjoying their poses.
Under 12D Football Champions
Our U12D Doora Barefield Girls Footballers were victorious in winning the U12D Football Championship with a fantastic victory over our neighbours, Eire Óg. Well done to all the girls from Barefield N.S. who took part and congratulations to Regina O'Connell who was one of the Mentors to this young team.
Barefield NS Sport’s Day
Hi all, I hope you and your families are safe and well. Usually at this time of year we are all waiting in anticipation for our School Sport's Day. This is a major highlight for all our pupils. This year unfortunately our School Sport's Day cannot take place in school, however we are asking you [...]
GAA Primary Challenges
The GAA are delighted to announce the publication of the GAA Primary Challenges in a new weekly format - a series of learning & physical activities for children in Primary School. During these particularly challenging times for families, the GAA Primary Challenges are designed to help parents with tips for some fresh air and physical [...]
Active HOME Week
Please access these fantastic family resources for you and your family to enjoy as part of Active HOME Week. Click on the following link, https://padlet.com/ballygiblinmarieh/dfyblac77krpg99b, choose from one of the many wonderful resources and have fun. You could try a different activity each day as part of Active HOME Week. Stay safe, Stay active and [...]