Welcome to St. Joseph’s National School Miltown Malbay,
As Principal it is my pleasure to welcome you to our school website and to share our story with you. At St. Joseph’s N.S., we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Our school is a co-educational primary school located in the town of Miltown Malbay, Co. Clare. The school guided by our Catholic Ethos and is under the patronage of the Diocese of Killaloe.
Pupils here grow and learn in a school that celebrates and promotes Irish culture, music, sport, heritage and history. We aim for our pupils to learn in an environment that allows them to learn actively and creatively, whilst embracing the culture, sport and music that makes our local community one to be proud of.
Children at St. Joseph’s N.S. have access to a state of the art 3G playing pitch and a walking and running track. They enjoy daily hot meals which are free to all pupils. We have high speed internet, Interactive SMART boards in every classroom and access to the latest apple IPADs. Children here have an opportunity to learn an international language and to master a traditional Irish music instrument. We aim to provide a learning environment that enables each pupil to develop their mathematical, communicative and digital skills to their full potential.
We believe in the holistic development of each pupil. We strive to cultivate a broad range of skills, competencies, dispositions, and values that support personal well-being, active citizenship, and lifelong learning. Every child’s journey is unique, and we are committed to providing a learning experience that is broad, balanced, challenging, and responsive to our pupil’s needs.
Our teachers are dedicated to high-quality, pupil-centred teaching that is informed by the latest educational research and best practices. We hold high expectations for all our pupils, supporting them to achieve their full potential in a safe and supportive environment.
The well-being of our pupils is central to everything we do. We understand that a happy child is a successful learner, and we place a strong emphasis on promoting and nurturing well-being through our curriculum, policies, and partnerships with families and the wider community. Our school is a place where pupils feel safe, supported, and encouraged to express themselves.
We view our school as a dynamic learning organization. We aim to foster a culture of reflection, improvement, and creativity. Every member of our school community, including pupils, teachers, and parents, plays a vital role in the success of our school.
Thank you for visiting our website, we hope you enjoy it and find what you are looking for !
Le gach dea-ghuí,
Joe O’Reilly
Principal