March 2022
Green-Schools, known internationally as Eco-Schools, is an international environmental education programme, environmental management system and award scheme that promotes and acknowledges long-term, whole school action for the environment.
Presentation Primary School has participated in this programme since 2005 and has successfully achieved the following flags:
Swimming – Pupils from 1st to 6th Class attend swimming lessons in Waterford Crystal Swimming pool each year. Each class completes an eight week session
Dancing – Pupils get the opportunity to enjoy Zumba classes each year.
Gaelic Games – GAA assists with the coaching of 4th, 5th and 6th Class in Gaelic Football in consultation with teachers in the school. Our teams take part in inter-school matches each year in Gaelic football and camogie, coached by various teachers and where possible, a coach.
Basketball – Pupils in 5th and 6th Classes are coached in basketball with qualified coaches. These teams also take part in inter-school matches and blitzes.
Cycling – Pupils in 5th Class also get the opportunity to learn Safe Cycling skills while undertaking a 6 week course in the yard with qualified instructors.
Gymnastics – Pupils are taught gymnastics skills by qualified instructors from Waterford Gymnastics Club.
Throughout the school year our pupils participate in a wide range of activities chosen to support and enhance the school curriculum.
The gallery page includes an assortment of pictures taken from various events, occasions and school life in general.
