EU funding for ICT
This school received a grant in 2021 to implement initiatives aimed at addressing the digital divide and support our learners at risk of educational disadvantage as a consequence, as part of the Irish National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP) a project under the Recovery and Resilience Facility funded by the European Union through NextGenerationEU. This funding was used to improve our ICT infrastructure and has enhance the learning experiences of all our of pupils.
Our Mission
At Newtown National School, we strive to provide a holistic education that prepares our students for success in the modern world. Our mission is to foster a love of learning and a commitment to inclusion and respect.
Our History
The first school as built after the penal years and the first teacher was a Mr Mc Donald. The pupils were taught in what is now Newtown Hall. It was a two story building at that time and was heated by a large open fire. At that time the pupils brought a sod of turf to school with them each morning. They paid one penny per week for their education. Teresa Brayton taught in Newtown School around the 1890s. She is a famous writer who wrote the song The Old Bog Road.
The current school was built in 1962. It was a two roomed building then. In 2020 an extension was opened with four new classrooms.
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Our School
Newtown National School is a welcoming and inclusive, co-educational primary school under the Patronage of the Catholic Bishop of Kildare & Leighlin.
We are located 8.21 km from Kilcock and 5.8 km from Enfield.
The staff and students work together in an environment of mutual co-operation and respect. The staff comprises of 4 mainstream class teachers, 2 SET teachers, 2 Autism Class teachers, 9 SNA’s and a part time secretary.
Each classroom, including the learning support room, has a modern interactive whiteboard enhancing learning opportunities and bringing subjects to life. This is further enhanced by the school’s tablets which the children use to access touch typing programmes, times tables applications and other ICT based earning activities.
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Newtown National School relies heavily on the generosity of parents and the wider community to support the continued development of our students and the school environment. While government funding helps cover basic needs, many of our educational programs, extracurricular activities, and facility improvements are only possible through donations.
Your support allows us to provide enriched learning experiences, up-to-date resources, and a safe, inspiring space for every child to grow and thrive. We kindly ask you to consider making a contribution—no matter the size, every donation makes a meaningful difference.
Building
The current school building was originally built in 1962 and was extensively refurbished in 2021. We foster a child centered approach to learning and all staff work hard to ensure the children have positive school experiences.
The polytunnel beside the school acts as a space for the children to visit allowing them time to think, talk or read.
Adjacent to this is the Church of the Nativity and Newtown Hall where we perform our plays at Christmas.
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