Small class sizes
Classes typically have 18 pupils or fewer, allowing for a better teacher child relationship.
Longer day
School opens at 8am and finishes at 3pm (2pm for Junior Infants)
Teacher/Child relationship
Teachers remain with their class for 2-3 years.
Daily assembly
School commences with ethos-based assembly and focuses on a different theme each week, such as gratitude, well-being and kindness. Students are encouraged to participate in assembly and address the school community, developing their confidence in public speaking.
Mindfulness
‘The Pause’ is practiced at the end of each activity.
Philosophy
Philosophy lessons enable our students to explore different values and virtues. They play games, listen to stories, and learn to develop their critical thinking and logic.
Sanskrit
Sanskrit is included in the curriculum as a tool to develop the mind. An understanding of its grammar and pronunciation provides a model for understanding modern day languages. View Sanskrit video here.
Hot lunch
Home-cooked, nutritious hot vegetarian lunch is provided and enjoyed with the teacher. Snacks are provided at break times and during Afterschool.
Physical education
Pupils participate in three Physical Education lessons each week, incorporating athletics, swimming lessons from Junior Infants, dance, games, gymnastics, karate and outdoor adventure activities.
On-site afterschool
On-site Afterschool service is available until 5.15pm offering a range of stimulating activities including unstructured play, sports and art.
Open communication
Open communication between Parents and teachers is encouraged to support each child during their primary school years.
Books included
All books and stationery are provided to pupils at no extra cost.
Performances
Each class prepares two annual performances.
Pre-loved uniforms
On-site second-hand uniform store available throughout the school year.
John Scottus National School
Primary Education
47-49 Northumberland Road
Ballsbridge
Dublin 4
+353 (1) 660 9309
primary@johnscottus.ie