Flag raising ceremony 2018
We were very happy and proud to have our Active Flag renewed this week. The Active Flag Committee, together with Mr. Costello, worked tirelessly on this over the past year.
To celebrate, we invited past pupil and Irish Soccer Star, Tiegan Ruddy to help us raise the flag. Tiegan was joined by Michael Adams. Michael is the very proud winner of a bronze medal from this year's Special Olympic Ireland Games. We are honoured that they both took time out from their busy schedules to join us in our celebrations. We would also like to thank them both for inspiring our students with their attitude, commitment and dedication to their chosen sports.
To celebrate, we invited past pupil and Irish Soccer Star, Tiegan Ruddy to help us raise the flag. Tiegan was joined by Michael Adams. Michael is the very proud winner of a bronze medal from this year's Special Olympic Ireland Games. We are honoured that they both took time out from their busy schedules to join us in our celebrations. We would also like to thank them both for inspiring our students with their attitude, commitment and dedication to their chosen sports.
The Active Flag Committee would like to thank Frank O Rourke TD for coming in and speaking to them. The AF Committee explained to Frank that the yard space is far too small in Scoil Mochua.
They asked Frank to help them by working towards securing more yard space and for the grass on the green to be cut shorter to be used for School activities like sports day.
Physical Education 2017/2018
In Scoil Mochua , we endorse the aims of the primary school curriculum for P.E .
In Scoil Mochua , we endorse the aims of the primary school curriculum for P.E .
- To promote the physical , social, emotional and intellectual development of the child.
- To develop positive personal qualities.
- To help in the acquisition of an appropriate range of movement skills in a variety of contexts.
- To promote understanding and knowledge of the various aspects of movement.
- To develop an appreciation of movement and the use of the body as an instrument of expression and creativity.
- To promote enjoyment of physical activity , develop a positive attitude towards physical activities and develop an appreciation of its contribution to lifelong health and related fitness. Consequently, the child is being prepared and equipped to enjoy an active and purposeful use of leisure time.
Vision
Our main focus is to assist the children in our school to achieve their potential to lead full, active and healthy lives and derive a sense of enjoyment and fulfillment .
Curriculum Planning
Strands
Athletics
Aquatics
Dance
Gymnastics
Games
Outdoor and Adventure activities
Children have access to all six strands during their eight years in Scoil Mochua.
Priority Strand
This year we prioritized the Athletics Strand. We focused on improved the fitness of students as well as developing their jumping and throwing skills.
Organisational Planning
One hour per week is allocated to P.E.
Coaches are used to support the class teacher in dance, gymnastics and aquatics Games
(GAA Coach and Basketball Coach)
Aquatics: Third and Fourth class take part in staggered swimming lessons in St. Raphael’s special for 5 weeks blocks. It is paid for by the students but is subsidised by the Parents Association.
Games and Athletics: Scoil Mochua provides a wide range of sports for the pupils during school hours and after school hours.
Dance: Dance plays a very important role in Scoil Mochua. Every March we do Irish Dancing.
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Gymnastics Gymnastics lessons take place in Excel Gymnastics at staggered types during the year for classes from 2nd to 6th. They have a fantastic facility and many students from Scoil Mochua compete at a high level in gymnastics. |
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Calendar of Main Events in Scoil Mochua
September- October:
Cumann na mBunscoil
U11 Girls Football, U11 Boys Football, U11 Camogie
December:
Santa Dash, where students run for 15 minutes with students in a different class i.e. Junior Infants ran with 3rd class.
December:
Santa Dash, where students run for 15 minutes with students in a different class i.e. Junior Infants ran with 3rd class.
Santa Dash, where students run for 15 minutes with students in a different class i.e. Junior Infants ran with 3rd class.
January- February:
Cumann na mBunscol Mini –Sevens ( Girls / Boys Football and Camogie.)
2nd class introduction to GAA classes held in the hall.
Cumann na mBunscol Mini –Sevens ( Girls / Boys Football and Camogie.)
2nd class introduction to GAA classes held in the hall.
March:
Annual St. Patrick's Day parade around the Local Estates.
Irish Dancing Lessons for Seachtain Na Gaeilge.
Annual St. Patrick's Day parade around the Local Estates.
Irish Dancing Lessons for Seachtain Na Gaeilge.
March - April:
Senior Boys/ Girls Basketball training and Blitz.
Cumann na mBunscol Cross Country event in Hawkfield Kildare Gaa
Training starts in early March, all children in 4th, 5th and 6th class are encouraged to take part.
Senior Boys/ Girls Basketball training and Blitz.
Cumann na mBunscol Cross Country event in Hawkfield Kildare Gaa
Training starts in early March, all children in 4th, 5th and 6th class are encouraged to take part.
April - May:
Cumann na mBunscol:
Senior and Under 10 Boys and Girls Football
Senior Camogie.
Local Schools Track and Field competition in Celbridge A.C.
Cumann na mBunscol:
Senior and Under 10 Boys and Girls Football
Senior Camogie.
Local Schools Track and Field competition in Celbridge A.C.
May - June
Run around Europe Challenge, how far will we get this year.
Run around Europe Challenge, how far will we get this year.
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June
The Inaugural Paul Ryan Cup took place in 2017 in Memory of our Late Principal Paul Ryan. It is a mixed GAA after school tournament that takes after school with the final held towards the end of June on the Big Green. Active Schools/ Sports week Maynooth/ Galway cycle |
Health and Safety
- Teachers and pupils engage in ‘ Warming Up’ and ‘Cooling Down’ exercises to ensure safe enjoyment of the activity.
- Runners are worn and no jewellery is worn. Teachers ensure runners are securely tied.
- Tracksuits are worn on P.E days.
- Sports’ Prefects are appointed to assist in the organising of equipment prior to the class or training session and the return of the same equipment. This is always monitored by the teacher present.
- If an accident occurs, , the class teacher will deal with it if possible and if it is more serious , the designated teacher or principal will be called if the need arises.
- A list of children with specific medical conditions is circulated to each teacher at the beginning of the year.
Staff Developments
- Teachers have attended summer courses to upskill and enhance their knowledge .
- Teachers learn from visiting coaches.
- Team teaching leads to the sharing of expertise.
- Mr Costello is a Committee Member of the Irish Primary P.E. Association, and works with other teachers and P.E. lecturers to promote P.E.
Parents’ Involvement
- Parents are informed by newsletter and online of P.E . activities and sporting events in the school or after school.
- Parents are always welcome and encouraged to attend ‘ Fun Days and Sports Days, and to support School Teams.
- Parents provide a vital support to the school, through the supply of lifts to and from events as well as encouraging students to take parts in events.
- The Parents Association are very supportive of many Physical Initiatives in the School, they have recently purchased New Soccer and GAA jerseys for the school teams.
Active Schools Week
This year will be our 6th annual Active Schools week, it will take place on the from 15th to 20th of June.
Highlights will include the group stages of the Paul Ryan Cup, races and activity stations.
Highlights will include the group stages of the Paul Ryan Cup, races and activity stations.
Partnerships and Community Links
- Scoil Mochua students compete in local community games, especially Track and Field and Swimming. Community Games events are promoted in the school.
- The school halls are used by many outside bodies and agencies including Karate, Hip Hop and Irish Dancing, Zumba and many more.
- School tours incorporate a P.E element where possible.
- The children are encouraged to join the local clubs and representatives of these clubs are invited to address the pupils and give details of training times etc.
- Scoil Mochua has strong links with Celbridge GAA club, Barnhall Rugby Club, Celbridge Athletics Club, and regularly organizes events in conjunction with these local clubs.
- Students take part in Gymnastics lessons in Excel Gymnastics, a strong Gymnastics club in the local area.
- IRFU Co- ordinator was invited to introduce Tag Rugby and develop ‘ Physical Literacy’.
- Tony Doohan the founding Principal of Scoil Mochua brings the 5th and 6th class students on a cycling history tour of Celbridge.
Success Criteria
- Children enjoy P.E Class.
- Children realise the importance of activity and exercise in order to lead a healthy life.
- Children may set their own targets and goals; thus having responsibility for their activities.
- Children are given an opportunity to experience camaraderie if they are playing a team sport and representing the school.
About the Active Flag
The Department of Education and Skills wishes to recognise schools that strive to achieve a physical educated and physically active school community by awarding them the Active School Flag (ASF). The initiative is open to primary and post primary schools, special schools and Youthreach centres to apply.
The Active School Flag will be awarded to schools that:
The Active School Flag will be awarded to schools that:
- Adhere to DES guidelines regarding PE timetable provision for all students
- Teach a broad and balanced PE curriculum
- Inform and invite the whole school community to participate in the ASF process
- Self-evaluate current provision in terms of PE, Physical Activity and Partnerships
- Plan, implement and monitor improvements for each of the aforementioned areas
- Organise an ‘Active School Week’ as part of the annual school calendar
