Crinkill National School, Birr, Co. Offaly

Welcome

Dear Parents/ Guardians

Welcome to the Crinkill NS website. At Crinkill NS, we take great pride in providing a safe, caring and nurturing environment in our school. We take a holistic approach to the development of children and encourage a positive approach to learning. Our dedicated staff are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We are involved in many initiatives and activities in our school as you can see from our website and social media pages.

I hope that you enjoy visiting our school website and that it is a help to parents/guardians and members of the school community.

Best wishes

Mrs. Nolan

Principal

 

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Upcoming Events...

Friday, 12th June 2026
Drama Show (All Classes)
Monday, 15th June 2026
Swimming (4th - 6th Classes)
Tuesday, 16th June 2026
Hurling with GPO Coach
Swimming (4th - 6th Classes)
Wednesday, 17th June 2026
Music with Ms. Killeen
Swimming (4th - 6th Classes)
Thursday, 18th June 2026
Swimming (4th - 6th Classes)
Friday, 19th June 2026
End of Year/Graduation Mass (1pm School Hall)
Monday, 22nd June 2026
Sports Day (All Classes)
Tuesday, 23rd June 2026
Hurling with GPO Coach
 

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Instagram posts from @crinkillns
๐Ÿฆ Thanks to our Class President and her cabinet for the ice cream party today! Not many photos were taken because the ice cream didn't last long ๐Ÿ˜…๐Ÿจ Hope everyone enjoyed the treat! โœจ #IceCreamParty #SweetMoments #developingcitizenship #4thClass
5th class - art Crinniรบ na nร“g - portraiture & hession crafts
: ๐ŸŒป 4th Class Clay Sunflowers ๐ŸŒป We used pinch and score techniques to build our clay sunflowers and added bright paint to bring them to life โœจ #PrimaryArt #ClayWork #Sunflowers #4thClass
3rd Class recently took part in the PAWS Programme- Primary Aquatics Water Safety. They now have the skills and knowledge needed to have a happy, fun and safe Summer in the water. Mrs Nolan presented the children with their certificates in assembly today.
So lucky to have this on our doorstep ๐ŸŒธ ๐ŸŒน ๐ŸŒป 4th Class exploring Crinkill in full bloom this morning ๐Ÿชป ๐ŸŒบ ๐ŸŒธ #local #nature #community
Little artists, little potters, and future hurling & camogie stars โ€” 1st Class did it all this week! ๐ŸŒผ๐Ÿบโญ
After reading their novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, 3rd Class were inspired by Mr Willy Wonka so they designed and made their own Chocolate and Sweet Rooms. They looked so delicious we had to taste them! ๐Ÿซ๐Ÿฌ๐Ÿญ๐ŸŽ‚๐Ÿฉ๐Ÿญ
Shot Put at the Colin Dunne Memorial Shield 2026 โ˜„๏ธ
Democracy in action in 4th Class! ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช Over the past few weeks, 4th Class have been involved in an election campaign to choose their Class President and Cabinet. From setting goals and preparing manifestos to designing posters and bookmarks, delivering speeches, taking part in debates, and presenting their ideas. Congratulations to Niamh, elected Class President, and Lucy, elected Vice President, along with their outstanding cabinet of ministers! ๐Ÿ‘โœจ We are looking forward to seeing the team make important decisions and lead exciting initiatives throughout June. #StudentVoice #Leadership #DemocracyInAction #PrimarySchoolLife #FutureLeaders
Colin Dunne Memorial Girls Long Jump
Colin Dunne Memorial Shield 2026 hosted by Tullamore Harriers ๐Ÿ‘
Long Jump - boys - Colin Dunne Memorial Shield 2026
500m @ Colin Dunne Memorial Shield 2026
600m @ Colin Dunne Memorial Shield @tullamore_harriers
100m - Colin Dunne Memorial Shield 2026
Shot Putt - girls @ Colin Dunne Memorial Shield 2026
Colin Dunne Memorial Shield 2026 - well done to all Crinkill NS participants today. Everyone gave their best effort and supported each other . We achieved 1st (boys) and 3rd (girls) places . You are amazing and we are very proud of you all ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘. Thanks to Tullamore Harriers AC for hosting this great event every year in honour of Colin Dunne.
Welcoming June with some baking with Breda ๐Ÿฅฃ Senior Infants enjoyed learning how to make white soda bread this morning. After Bredaโ€™s fantastic demonstration, we got to taste the delicious bread with some butter and jam! ๐Ÿงˆ๐Ÿ“ ๐Ÿž Thank you Breda! ๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿปโ€๐Ÿณ
 
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