New Parents Association

Arles Parents Association held their AGM on Thursday 28th April.  The following were elected: Chairperson: Brenda Scully Secretary: Miriam Conway Vice- Secretary: Mags Phelan Treasurer: Orla Miller Vice-Treasurer: Marianne George

Information on Chickenpox

Dear Parent or Guardian, There has been a case of chickenpox in your child’s school and your child may have been exposed. If your child has not had chickenpox before it is quite likely that he/she will catch it. What is chickenpox? Chickenpox is a common childhood illness. Fever and cold symptoms are often the […]

German

We are very lucky again this year to have Sybl Kehoe teaching German to 4th,5th and 6th classes for 4 weeks. German starts on Thursday 7th April in school.

Athletics in School

We are delighted to have James Nolan from St. Abban’s Athletics Club come to our school every second Tuesday to do Athletics with 1st-6th class.  It is funded by Laois Sports Partnership and we started on Tuesday 5th April.

Swimming

Reminder-Swimming starts tomorrow Wednesday 6th April for 2nd-6th class. Wear school tracksuit and bring Swim gear, swim hat and towel. Many thanks.

Proclamation Day

On Tuesday 15th March, on a beautiful Spring morning, Arles N.S. celebrated Proclamation Day.  The Principal, Mrs.Fitzpatrick, welcomed all the people who had gathered outside the school: pupils, staff, parents, grandparents, and members of the local community. A special welcome was given to Sgt. Major Paul Maher from the Irish Navy and to Corporal Mary Bambrick […]