We had a busy Term 2 in Third Class. We spent lots of time learning fun things in our math. We were learning all about area, 3D shapes and length. We also planted sunflowers and learned all about what plants need to grow. We watched the sunflowers grow and then we all got to take …
This term we enjoyed a trip to the beach and the park. We had great fun making sandcastles and digging dams. The weather was fantastic and we all had great fun!
We had a great trip to the National Sports Centre in Blanchardstown. We got to try out lots of different sports and use the equipment. We really enjoyed our trip!
We had a busy few weeks planning and practicing for our class assembly. With friendship week happening in school we decided that it would be our theme. The Great St Matthews Bake Off was in full swing. We were busy making cakes and props for our display. We discussed the traits of a good friend …
We have had a busy couple of weeks creating lots of different art pieces. We have been painting, drawing, and using oil pastels. We have been creating lots of winter and Christmas inspired art. We have had great fun working together to create these pieces. We were also challenged by Ms Roulston to see who …
We had a busy STEAM week at school in November. STEAM week stands for S-Science T-Technology E-Engineering, A-Art and M-Maths. Each day we had a different activity to complete. On Monday we were experimenting in our science. We were learning about the water cycle. We shared what we already knew about it. Then we watched a really …
We have had a busy few weeks in Third Class. We were lucky to complete lots of science experiments. We spent time exploring tooth decay and we were discussing what we think happens to our teeth when we drink different drinks. We set up an experiment to see the effect on our teeth. We used eggs as they are similar to our …
Sports in 3rd Class This last term Third Class have been so lucky to have lots of coaches come in to teach us skills. We have had GAA with Shaunna, Cricket with Pembroke coaches, Tag Rugby with Leinster Rugby and Dance with Hannah May. It has been great to see the children play these sports …
Budding Artists St Matthew’s recently held an Art Exhibition with some of the world’s best upcoming artists. Those artists being Third Class and all the children in St Matthew’s. Staff and parents were left utterly impressed by the talent and creative flair that was put on display in the school hall. Forget Van Gogh and …
