Pupils from the senior classes at Inver N.S. proudly participated in the Our World Awards 2026, an initiative that encourages children from 3rd to 6th class to learn about the developing world, the work of Irish Aid, and the importance of creating a better future for all.

As part of the programme, pupils were invited to develop a project demonstrating their understanding of Irish Aid’s work and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Our pupils chose to showcase their learning in a creative and meaningful way by writing and performing an original song inspired by the Sustainable Development Goals. Their song ‘The Global Goals’ was written by 4th class pupils Amy and Grace .

The children were delighted to be shortlisted as finalists and had the exciting opportunity to perform their song live on stage at the Our World Awards ceremony in O’Reilly Hall on the UCD campus.

The highlight of the event came when Inver N.S. was announced as the winner of the Sustainable Development Goals category. Pupils proudly joined Minister Neale Richmond on stage to receive their award, making it a truly memorable occasion for everyone involved.
We chose to take part in this project because of its strong links with our Green Flag work and its many valuable curricular connections. The experience encouraged empathy, creativity, teamwork, and a shared sense of global responsibility among pupils and staff alike. Most importantly, it was an enjoyable and rewarding experience, and we are extremely proud of the children’s achievement

 

Shared Education Programme
Inver N.S. is delighted to continue its involvement in the PEACEPLUS ASPIRE programme alongside our partner schools, St. Peter’s N.S. and Killaghtee N.S.

PEACEPLUS ASPIRE (Advancing Shared Partnerships through Inclusive Relationships in Education) is an innovative shared education initiative designed to promote peace, reconciliation, and collaboration through meaningful learning experiences. The programme connects schools and pre-school settings across Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland, bringing together children from diverse backgrounds to foster mutual understanding, respect, and inclusion. By encouraging shared education from an early age, PEACEPLUS ASPIRE aims to help build a society where diversity is valued and celebrated.

Through our participation in the programme, pupils at Inver N.S. have enjoyed a wide range of enriching shared learning experiences with our partner schools — opportunities that would not have been possible without the support and funding provided by Léargas.

During the 2025/2026 school year, pupils took part in a variety of exciting activities, including LEGO and STEM workshops, a pantomime trip, a visit from a Heritage in Schools specialist with an accompanying bog visit, a weaving workshop,  a local history walk led by a local tour guide and a Bushcraft Day, among many others.   (click for Facebook video)

 

We are delighted to participate in the Curious Minds Award, recognising and celebrating our commitment to STEM education. Our school has proudly taken part in this initiative every year since 2021, providing pupils with exciting opportunities to explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

The Curious Minds programme encourages children to develop curiosity, creativity and problem-solving skills through a wide range of STEM activities, including a “Show and Tell” element where pupils can showcase and share their learning.

To achieve this award, schools must submit a detailed log of evidence demonstrating pupils’ active engagement and learning across a variety of STEM areas, including: Science, Technology, Maths and a STEM showcase. 

As well as taking part in hands-on investigations throughout the year the children take part in three main weeks during the year: Science Week, Engineering Week and Maths Week. 

Science Week: For Science week the theme was electricity. The children learned all about static electricity and created electrical circuits. This led to some exciting creations including working traffic lights and colourful lightbulb suncatchers.    (click for Facebook video)

Engineering Week : During Engineering Week in March, we learned all about bridges and designed our own bridges using lollipop sticks. We were delighted when past pupil Malcolm from Pier Force Construction LTd joined us with his colleague to teach the children all about the life of an engineer.   (click for Facebook video)

Maths Week: Maths Week took place in October. The children took part in lots of different ‘maths-themed’ lessons. They played board games, role-plays at the shop. They also completed Maths Trails and Maths Eyes challenges.

Food Dudes is an evidence-based healthy eating programme, designed to encourage children to eat more fruit and vegetables. It works by positively changing children's attitudes towards eating fresh fruit and vegetables. This is achieved by combining three key elements known as the three Rs - repeated tasting, rewards and role modelling - on a recurring 4-year cycle. 

Year 1 - Phase 1 - The Intervention  Food Dudes begins in school where the children get fruits and vegetables delivered to the school. Each day the children watch a video, complete an activity and taste their fruit and vegetables.

Year 1 - Phase 2 - Home Focused  This phase focuses on encouraging children and parents to bring fruit and vegetables in their lunchboxes daily.

Year 2-4 - Phase 3 - Food Dudes Weeks  There will be a week each year of tasting fruit and vegetables through deliveries to the school daily. This is to remind and encourage children to try new things and also bring their fruit and vegetables in their lunch.

As of 2026, we are starting back at ‘The Intervention’ stage for the second time. We have been working with Food Dudes for five years now. It is a fantastic initiative to remind the children how important it is to keep our bodies healthy.

Our senior pupils have proudly participated in the Department of Education’s Say Yes to Languages programme over the past two years. This initiative gives primary school children the opportunity to experience learning a Modern Foreign Language or Irish Sign Language (ISL) in a fun and engaging way.

During the 2024/2025 school year, the pupils completed a 10-week Spanish course with Kenny. Through interactive activities, games, and conversations, the children learned the basics of the Spanish language while developing an appreciation for another culture. They particularly enjoyed recording their new vocabulary and phrases in their Language Passports throughout the programme. At the end of the course, a special prize was awarded to the most improved pupil.

In 2025/2026, the senior room pupils took part in a 10-week French course with Kiran. The pupils explored French language and culture, learning simple phrases, greetings, and vocabulary, while also discovering more about French food and traditions. The programme concluded with a French-themed food tasting in school, which was enjoyed by all.

 

The Say Yes to Languages programme has been a wonderful opportunity for our pupils to develop confidence, curiosity, and enthusiasm for language learning.

Pieta Amber Flag 2023/24

We are delighted once again to have been awarded the Pieta Amber Flag for our school in 2024.

In order to promote positive mental health and wellbeing at Inver N.S, we have been taking part in the Amber Flag initiative since 2020.             

Being an Amber Flag school involves the whole school community coming together in order to create a safe, positive and healthy attitude towards our general physical and mental health and well-being.

As part of this initiative, we organised lots of enjoyable activities throughout the year including a Mindfulness Workshop, Wellbeing nature walks, lessons and artwork.

Our Wellbeing/Mental Health week was held in February incorporating activities that promoted positive relationships, healthy eating, physical activity and mindfulness.

 

The children have benefited hugely by being involved in this great initiative and are very proud of the role they have played in promoting mental health and wellbeing, creating a healthy and inclusive environment within our school and supporting the very important work of Pieta.

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