St. Oliver’s
national school
Duncannon

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Latest News About The School

Busy Bees

We have had a busy January and February. Here is a taste of what we've been up to.  In Science we learned all about forces.. we practiced pulling by playing tug of war and tried to find the fastest car by pushing them towards the finish line.  In Maths...

First Confession

2nd Class made their First Confession on Wednesday 14th February 2024. They told the story of the Good Shepherd and did an amazing job saying all their prayers. Well done boys!!

World Book Day

We celebrated World Book Day in our school recently. Students and staff members dressed up as characters from their favourite books. Lots of activities were arranged for the day. The children in the Senior Room were given the opportunity to read to the children in the...

Drum Nature – African Drumming

On the 7th of February we had the pleasure of having Neil Dowling from Drum Nature visit us. The pupils engaged in an African Drumming Workshop. The workshop was fantastic and the children really enjoyed it.

about us

Vision Statement

We, the teaching staff of St. Oliver’s National School, work to create a happy, inclusive learning environment where children feel safe and secure.  They experience tolerance and respect towards them, their peers, adults and the environment.  We encourage our children to be co-operative and well behaved and to have a diligent approach to their learning.  We aspire to all our children reaching their full potential and enjoying a positive sense of self-worth, of their belonging and a willingness to embrace new challenges in their lives.

It is the policy of this school, through consultation with, and the co-operation of, all interested parties, to provide an effective educational environment, which will encourage each child to fulfil his/her full potential in a caring and supportive surrounding.

What Parents Are Saying

“My husband and I couldn’t recommend St. Oliver’s National School highly enough. Without question the staff being the schools absolute biggest and best asset.

These teachers have had a hugely positive effect on my children.

I don’t know of any other school in the area that offer such fantastic extra-curricular activities, such as walks to the beach, trips to the local café and beach clean-up days.”

Niall & Clare Cunningham

“St. Oliver’s has a very safe and welcoming environment for our children to learn and grow.  We are lucky to have such kind and dedicated Teachers.”
Rose & Michael Sherriff

“Duncannon N.S. is a small school but it packs a big punch.  We have three kids attending the school and they are thriving. The teachers know all the students by name and all the students know each other. It’s this community spirit that helps and encourages children to want to do well.

We are very proud of the school and are very thankful that it’s on our doorstep.”

Noel & Catherine Lynch

our classes

A Teacher For Every Class

Ms. Power

Ms. Power

Principal & Teacher

Ms. Power is our 4th, 5th and 6th class teacher.
Ms. Power is also our Principal.

Ms. Walsh

Ms. Walsh

Deputy Principal & Teacher

Ms. Walsh is our Junior and Senior Infant teacher.
Ms. Walsh is also our Deputy Principal.

Ms. Dunne

Ms. Dunne

Teacher

Ms. Dunne is our 1st, 2nd and 3rd class teacher.

Ms. Chapman

Ms. Chapman

Teacher

Ms. Chapman is our Special Education teacher.

for parents

All You Need To Know

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Please have a look at our Enrolment Pack to know where to start and find all the answers to your questions.

Do not hesitate to download this document and keep it at hand.

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