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  • 2 Feb, 2024

Nicola Pierce Visit

On  Friday second year students enjoyed a very interesting visit from the author Nicola Pierce. The girls were enthralled by her presentation in ‘Amcharlann’, the school’s new theatre space and they asked Nicola really thought…

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My Girls Gynae
  • 1 Feb, 2024

My Girls Gynae

Loreto Balbriggan is very proud to have pioneered a new program My Girls Gynae workshops to eight first year groups this week. Thank you to Geraldine Connolly (Consultant Gynaecologist) and Paula Herbert (Senior Yoga Teacher…

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Junior Hockey
  • 1 Feb, 2024

Junior Hockey

Today, both the 1st year team and the minor team played Loreto on the Green. The 1st years had a fantastic victory winning  3-0 with Erin Thompson scoring 2 goals and Eibhlinn Sullivan scoring 1….

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Fingal Music Showdown
  • 1 Feb, 2024

Fingal Music Showdown

Congratulations to 5th year Erin Loughlan who competed in the Fingal Music Showdown Final on Wednesday night in The Lark theatre.

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Burren Trip 2024
  • 1 Feb, 2024

Burren Trip 2024

Our annual school trip to the Burren in County Clare was nothing short of amazing, creating lasting memories for both students and teachers alike. Nestled in the heart of Co Clare, the Burren’s unique limestone…

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Staff Hike in the Mourne Mountains
  • 29 Jan, 2024

Staff Hike in the Mourne Mountains

Our staff hike to the Mourne Mountains, was a truly invigorating experience. Surrounded by the imposing peaks of the Mournes, upon reaching vantage points, the group was rewarded with astounding views of the lough below….

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Mary Ward Week
  • 26 Jan, 2024

Mary Ward Week

This week we celebrated Mary Ward Week 2024 combined with Catholic Schools Week in Loreto Balbriggan. A very special week as we took some time to reflect and remember the marvellous work of Mary Ward,…

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  • 26 Jan, 2024

North Leinster Schools’ Cross Country.

A great day for our athletics students, who today ran at the North Leinster Schools Cross County Meet at the Phoenix Park. All students ran the long course very well, with a strong finish for…

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Junior Leinster League Hockey.
  • 26 Jan, 2024

Junior Leinster League Hockey.

The 1st Year hockey team enjoyed their first match today in the Leinster School’s First Year Girl’s Hockey League against St. Colombas. The team defended well and with an excellent goal scored by Erin Thomson,…

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  • 26 Jan, 2024

Junior Inter Loreto Debates

Two junior English debate teams participated in the inter-Loreto debate competition today. Motions included parents being held legally responsible for their children’s actions, social media influencer career paths, and the existence of single-sex schools. They…

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  • 25 Jan, 2024

Junior Volleyball

Congratulations to our 1st, 2nd and 3rd years on winning all three of their matches in the Volleyball Junior Cup tournament against Grange CC in ALSA Sports Centre today. They now proceed to the next…

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A Very Special Birthday
  • 25 Jan, 2024

A Very Special Birthday

Today was a special day for a very valued member of staff, our wonderful SNA Marion. We would like to wish her a very happy birthday with many more to come.

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  • 23 Jan, 2024

Chess Club

Today the chess team went to Coláiste na HInse to compete in their third fixture of the chess league. Congratulations to all the winners.  

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First Lotto Jackpot Winner
  • 17 Jan, 2024

First Lotto Jackpot Winner

Congratulations to Ms. Liga Hoseina who has won €1525 in our Lotto school fundraiser and becomes the first jackpot winner.  Many thanks to all parents/guardians who have supported our new fundraising initiative. All funds raised…

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Inter Loreto Senior Debates
  • 17 Jan, 2024

Inter Loreto Senior Debates

Community service, riots, and Transition Year were the topics of the day debated by our senior English debaters in the inter-Loreto debate competition. The girls wrote and presented compelling speeches and had a great time arguing their…

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BT Young Scientist Best Group Winners 2024
  • 12 Jan, 2024

BT Young Scientist Best Group Winners 2024

The BT Young Scientist competition celebrates 60 years this year and once again Loreto Balbriggan has been placed in the top four finalists in the competition in the RDS. Congratulations to Abigail O’Brien Murray, Olivia…

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Transition Year Theme
  • 12 Jan, 2024

Transition Year Theme

  Dreams The TY theme was announced today and the students were presented with their badges. Well done to the Theme Committee that has worked tirelessly to create the theme “Dreams” and design the badge…

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Senior Volleyball
  • 10 Jan, 2024

Senior Volleyball

The Senior Girls Volleyball Team lost in a very tight match against Ardee CC today. The match came down to a very close 3rd set. Well done to the girls for a brilliant performance!  

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  • 8 Jan, 2024

Today Loreto Balbriggan was to welcome Dr. Orla Sherlock, Maryellen Kelledy and Siobhan Molloy from DkIT  as part of the “DkIT Loves STEM” roadshow. The ladies carried out two workshop sessions about Life/Health Sciences and…

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Christmas
  • 22 Dec, 2023

Christmas

Teachers’ Show The first term came to end with the annual teachers’ show. There was much anticipation and excitement from the students and they were not disappointed. From ‘Lip Sync’ battles ,Tik Toks, Dance Routines,…

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Peace on Earth
  • 22 Dec, 2023

Peace on Earth

Today the school community gathered in St. Peter and Paul’s church for our annual carol service.  The theme for this year’s service was Peace on Earth and gave the school community a chance to pause…

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