Chefs of the Future!
Well done to our budding chefs from sixth class. They recently made delicious Rocky Road and shared it with students and teachers alike. Everyone agreed it was delicious and are asking for a repeat performance!
Students of the Month for September
Well done to our students of the month for September 2019. We are all very proud of your efforts. Lean leis an obair!
GOAL Jersey Day
Here at Bishop Murphy’s, the new school year is upon us and we have a busy year ahead! We haven’t forgotten to pencil into our calendar one of our favourite fundraisers however- GOAL Jersey Day is in on October 11th and we are all looking forward to donning our favourite jerseys to support this worthy cause. [...]
ICT Investment
As a digital school of distinction, Bishop Murphy School is committed to its digital strategy and to continuing to enhance its digital infrastructure. This summer we have bought 15 new iPads, thanks to parent-funding and a Department of Education grant. A new iPad management system, using software called ZuluDesk, is also being rolled out on a [...]
Primary Schools Maths Challenge
Well done to our mathematicians from 5th and 6th, who came third in the recent Primary Schools Maths Challenge. This was held in St. Colman's College. We are all very proud of your achievement!
Chess Champions!
In May, we began a tournament for all of the chess players in our school. We are currently in round 3 and hope to reveal the champion by the end of this term! Well done to each and every boy who has taken part. The kindness and sportsmanship you have shown to each other has been [...]
Seachtain na Gaeilge 2019
In March we had a very successful Seachtain na Gaeilge. All the classes took part in competitions, games and quizzes, through Irish. Tickets were given out to anyone who made an effort to speak Irish and we had a draw for Easter eggs at the end of the week. Only some boys had luck on [...]
January 2019 Students of the Month
Well done to our students of the month for January. These awards recognise more than just hard work. They also celebrate positive attitudes, kindness and helpfulness. Well done boys and keep it up!
Second Class Station Teaching
Second class has been very busy these last few weeks taking part in station teaching, focusing on English. During station teaching, which goes on for six weeks, the class is divided into five groups, or stations. Ms Hogan and Sinéad, along with Mr O Donoghue, Ms Kevany and Ms Coughlan visit each station to teach the skills [...]
Goal Jersey Day October 2018
GOAL Jersey Day is one of our favourite days of the year here at Bishop Murphy’s. It’s the perfect opportunity to proudly wear our team colours, at the same time raising much needed funds for GOAL, by donating €2 each. This organisation works to ensure that the poorest and most vulnerable people in the world have [...]