Sports

At St. Mary’s we provide pupils with the opportunity for success in sport where they can participate with peers of similar ability.

The school has two soccer pitches adjoining the school, our hall, an outdoor basketball court and play area.

St Marys is part of the Irish Special Schools Sports Council (ISSSC) and tries to participate in tournaments throughout the year such as soccer, basketball, table tennis, athletics and swimming.

In school we have PE on Fridays with Eithne as well as sport on Wednesday afternoon.

Rounders is a favourite whole school activity on dry days as well as walks or runs.

On our ground walks some children have from time to time spotted wildlife such as butterflies, grass hoppers, rabbits, hares, squirrels, and buzzards !

In June we have our fun sports day which involves a day of novelty fun activities for children to promote social interactions and build self-esteem.

Each year we present the spirit of sport award  to a child for having a positive attitude towards sport and exercise, showing respect and fairness for others. 

Some of our students playing some basketball