Enrolment 2024 / 25
The Enrolment Notice for the 24/25 School Year is published below.
This informs all parent(s) the number of places available in our mainstream & special classes (if any spaces) for the 24/25 School Year.
Please note the opening date for Enrolment applications for the 24/25 School Year is the 8th January 2024.
Applications prior to this date will not be considered.
Míle Buíochas.
Please download an application form below from the 8th January 2024 and return the completed applications to the following address;
Ballyadams N.S, Ballyadams, Via Athy, Co.Laois. R14E225. Please mark *Enrolment Application Junior Infants / *A.S.D Class Enrolment Application clearly on the envelope.
All educational reports / assessments / psychological reports accompanying enrolment applications should be provided / posted to the school by parents in hard copy.
Ballyadams N.S,
Ballyadams,
Via Athy,
R14E225
We look forward to hearing from you from the 8th January 2024!
You are welcome to read the page below which details some of the many advantages Ballyadams N.S provides for our pupils!
Ballyadams N.S, Ballyadams, Via Athy, Co.Laois. R14E225. Please mark *Enrolment Application Junior Infants / *A.S.D Class Enrolment Application clearly on the envelope.
All educational reports / assessments / psychological reports accompanying enrolment applications should be provided / posted to the school by parents in hard copy.
Ballyadams N.S,
Ballyadams,
Via Athy,
R14E225
We look forward to hearing from you from the 8th January 2024!
You are welcome to read the page below which details some of the many advantages Ballyadams N.S provides for our pupils!
Enrolment Application Form 2024 / 25
| enrolment_application_form_202425.pdf |
Please contact the office from the 8th January 2024 if you require any further information 0598627226. Buíochas.
Admission Notice & Admissions Policy
Our Admission Notice for 2024 / 25 is published below. Enrolment is open from the 8th January 2024. Application Forms may be posted / returned to the school office from the 8th January. Applications submitted prior to the 8th will not be considered.
| admission_policy_december_2022.pdf |
| annual_admission_notice_2024-25__1_.pdf |
Why should you consider enrolling your child in Ballyadams N.S.?
- We provide an inclusive, modern and holistic education to all our pupils. We are a growing school and as we welcome more teachers, SNA'S and pupils to Ballyadams N.S we continue to stay true to our school motto 'Ní neart go cur le chéile' or Together Everyone Achieves More!
- We have two special classes for children with Autism in Ballyadams N.S. We have recently reconfigured one existing classroom, installed a new Sensory Room and developed an Outdoor Soft Play Area for our Autism Classes.
-Recent new initiatives include a thriving afterschool Gaeilge Club & we are participating in the Lego League Coding Challenge in the 23/24 School Year.
-We have a thriving School Debate Team. In the last number of months our Debate Team qualified for the All Ireland Primary Debate Semi - Final from over 200 school nationwide. We are very proud of their achievements. This years Debate Team have successfully progressed to the third round of the competition. This is a positive for all the children in our school.
-We have four mainstream multi grade classes in Ballyadams N.S. Each classroom has been upgraded with state of the art Touchscreen Panels as we utilize digital technologies in our teaching and learning.
-We have increased our Playground Yard space for all our pupils and installed a new stepped entrance to our football pitches.
- Our idyllic rural setting provides the perfect environment in which to learn.
-Our Green fields and ample yard space are treasured assets. We value our space greatly as it allows us to provide ample separation and physical distancing for children and equally allows the children ample room to develop and move freely and happily in their surroundings.
-Our Student Council 2023/24 was recently elected. We look forward to providing opportunities for pupil voice and meaningful student involvement in school life.
-Ballyadams N.S have installed high speed broadband as part of the Department Of Education's Broadband Connection Plan in October 2020. We look forward to our pupils reaping the benefits of high speed broadband and developing their Digital Capacity! We have recently upgraded our I.T infrastructure and the children will experience digital learning with the new devices since 2021. We have purchased a suite of new I.T equipment and devices which will be used by our pupils to great effect to benefit their learning and assessment opportunities in Ballyadams N.S.
- Ballyadams N.S are at the heart of pupil creativity and innovation. We are currently part of the Creative Clusters Schools Excellence Programme 2021 - 2023. Read all about the initiative here https://www.laoistoday.ie/2021/10/07/three-laois-primary-schools-selected-to-participate-in-a-creative-ireland-programme-initiative/ At present we are exploring learning using Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality devices which the children delight in using to enhance their learning experiences. We hope to build on these experiences and further embed these technologies in teaching an learning in 2023.
- We now use Aladdin Connect for whole school communication. All our families have registered for Aladdin Connect and use the Aladdin Connect App! This has enhanced communication between home and school and allowed for greater engagement with our school community during enforced school closures. It has greatly reduced our consumption of paper as we live to our values as a Green School.
-We are a big fan of all topics S.T.E.M - Science - Technology - Education & Maths. Our classes regularly compete in national competitions and showcase events. We will be competing in the Science Blast Inter Schools competition in 2024.
-Ms Murray and her 3rd & 4th Class were successful in claiming honours in the E.S.B Science Blast Competition in 2020.
- Extra-curricular activities play a huge role in the rounded development of our pupils. We take part in football, hurling/camogie, tag rugby, swimming, cooking classes, choir, drama, debating, RDS Primary Science Fair and film making.
-Our Boys were crowned Cumann Na Mbunscol Division 1 Champions in 2018 and our Girls team qualified for the final.
- We have a modern sports hall and several natural pitches for classes to play.
- Ballstoppers - goalposts & new basketball hoops and nets added in recent months.
-We were awarded our second Active School Flag in 2023 under the guidance of Ms Malone. This was a wonderful whole school endeavour and we pride ourselves on the maxim, 'Healthy Bodies Healthy Minds'!
- We were awarded our 5th Green Flag for Globalization Diversity Litter & Waste in recent times. We are a proud Green School.
- We have a vibrant and hard-working Parents Council.
- We are a close knit community and take pride in our family spirit throughout the school.
- After school childcare is available in the locality.
CONTACT School Secretary Nicola in the office on 0598627226 / [email protected] or email Mr Stapleton if you wish to express your interest in your child enrolling in Ballyadams N.S We look forward to hearing from you.
- We provide an inclusive, modern and holistic education to all our pupils. We are a growing school and as we welcome more teachers, SNA'S and pupils to Ballyadams N.S we continue to stay true to our school motto 'Ní neart go cur le chéile' or Together Everyone Achieves More!
- We have two special classes for children with Autism in Ballyadams N.S. We have recently reconfigured one existing classroom, installed a new Sensory Room and developed an Outdoor Soft Play Area for our Autism Classes.
-Recent new initiatives include a thriving afterschool Gaeilge Club & we are participating in the Lego League Coding Challenge in the 23/24 School Year.
-We have a thriving School Debate Team. In the last number of months our Debate Team qualified for the All Ireland Primary Debate Semi - Final from over 200 school nationwide. We are very proud of their achievements. This years Debate Team have successfully progressed to the third round of the competition. This is a positive for all the children in our school.
-We have four mainstream multi grade classes in Ballyadams N.S. Each classroom has been upgraded with state of the art Touchscreen Panels as we utilize digital technologies in our teaching and learning.
-We have increased our Playground Yard space for all our pupils and installed a new stepped entrance to our football pitches.
- Our idyllic rural setting provides the perfect environment in which to learn.
-Our Green fields and ample yard space are treasured assets. We value our space greatly as it allows us to provide ample separation and physical distancing for children and equally allows the children ample room to develop and move freely and happily in their surroundings.
-Our Student Council 2023/24 was recently elected. We look forward to providing opportunities for pupil voice and meaningful student involvement in school life.
-Ballyadams N.S have installed high speed broadband as part of the Department Of Education's Broadband Connection Plan in October 2020. We look forward to our pupils reaping the benefits of high speed broadband and developing their Digital Capacity! We have recently upgraded our I.T infrastructure and the children will experience digital learning with the new devices since 2021. We have purchased a suite of new I.T equipment and devices which will be used by our pupils to great effect to benefit their learning and assessment opportunities in Ballyadams N.S.
- Ballyadams N.S are at the heart of pupil creativity and innovation. We are currently part of the Creative Clusters Schools Excellence Programme 2021 - 2023. Read all about the initiative here https://www.laoistoday.ie/2021/10/07/three-laois-primary-schools-selected-to-participate-in-a-creative-ireland-programme-initiative/ At present we are exploring learning using Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality devices which the children delight in using to enhance their learning experiences. We hope to build on these experiences and further embed these technologies in teaching an learning in 2023.
- We now use Aladdin Connect for whole school communication. All our families have registered for Aladdin Connect and use the Aladdin Connect App! This has enhanced communication between home and school and allowed for greater engagement with our school community during enforced school closures. It has greatly reduced our consumption of paper as we live to our values as a Green School.
-We are a big fan of all topics S.T.E.M - Science - Technology - Education & Maths. Our classes regularly compete in national competitions and showcase events. We will be competing in the Science Blast Inter Schools competition in 2024.
-Ms Murray and her 3rd & 4th Class were successful in claiming honours in the E.S.B Science Blast Competition in 2020.
- Extra-curricular activities play a huge role in the rounded development of our pupils. We take part in football, hurling/camogie, tag rugby, swimming, cooking classes, choir, drama, debating, RDS Primary Science Fair and film making.
-Our Boys were crowned Cumann Na Mbunscol Division 1 Champions in 2018 and our Girls team qualified for the final.
- We have a modern sports hall and several natural pitches for classes to play.
- Ballstoppers - goalposts & new basketball hoops and nets added in recent months.
-We were awarded our second Active School Flag in 2023 under the guidance of Ms Malone. This was a wonderful whole school endeavour and we pride ourselves on the maxim, 'Healthy Bodies Healthy Minds'!
- We were awarded our 5th Green Flag for Globalization Diversity Litter & Waste in recent times. We are a proud Green School.
- We have a vibrant and hard-working Parents Council.
- We are a close knit community and take pride in our family spirit throughout the school.
- After school childcare is available in the locality.
CONTACT School Secretary Nicola in the office on 0598627226 / [email protected] or email Mr Stapleton if you wish to express your interest in your child enrolling in Ballyadams N.S We look forward to hearing from you.