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September 2025 Dear Parents of 5th & 6th Class pupils, Selecting the right post-primary school is an important milestone for every family. We are proud that children from Ard Rí CNS have been accepted into all of the post-primary schools in Navan. Most schools begin their enrolment process in early October, usually launched at their Open Evening.Please find the Open Evening times listed below. Further details will be available on each school’s website and social media channels. Remember: Parents are responsible for making applications to Post Primary Schools on behalf of their children. Acceptance is not guaranteed, so I advise you to apply to more than one school. Enrolment can only be secured for pupils in 6th Class, however I encourage you to gather as much information as you can when your child is in 5th Class so you can make the best decision. If you require any support printing or filling out forms please do not hesitate to contact us. We would be delighted to help you. Beaufort College: Open night for incoming 1st years for the school year 2026/27 takes place on Tuesday 23rd September from 6.00-8.00pm. Coláiste na Mí: Open night for incoming 1st years for the school year 2026/27 takes place on Thursday 25th September from 4.30-7.00pm St Joseph’s Mercy Secondary School: Open night for incoming 1st years for the school year 2026/27 takes place on Thursday 2nd October from 5.00-7.00pm. Loreto St Michael’s Secondary School: Open night for incoming 1st years for the school year 2026/27 takes place on Thursday 25th September from 6.00-8.00pm. St Patrick’s Classical School: Open night for incoming 1st years for the school year 2026/27...Sacramental Preparation
Ard Rí CNS is a multi-denominational school. There is no Catholic sacramental preparation at Ard Rí CNS during the school day. Roughly half of our pupils receive the Catholic Sacraments of Penance, Communion and Confirmation. These children attend after-school classes in St Oliver’s Church, Blackcastle. We work in co-operation with Parish Catechetical Volunteers in St Mary’s Parish and our own Catholic parents to support our Catholic children receive their sacraments. The Parish Catechetical Programme (PCP) will begin in the coming month. PCP prepares children in schools, which are not under the patronage of the Bishop of Meath for the Sacraments. It is a 2-year programme to prepare for the Sacraments of First Penance and First Holy Communion or for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Here are relevant links to the Navan Parish website: https://www.navanparish.ie/sacraments https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fbc315f9bfd3e3a8e48b972/t/68bc9b45fbf2a8472f8ea978/1757190981882/07-September-2025.pdf Here is a link to the Application Forms: Navan Parish Catechetical Programme 2025 Parents of children in 2nd Class or above are welcome to register their children for Year 1 of the programme to prepare for the sacraments of First Penance and First Holy Communion. Children in 4th Class or above may apply now for Year 1 of the programme to prepare for the sacrament of Confirmation. Enrolment forms can be collected from the parish office or the school office. If you return the form to us before Friday 19/09/2025 we will pass them on to the parish directly. If your child has completed the Year 1 of either programme you can now register for the year 2 of the Programme to prepare for the Sacraments of First Penance & First Holy Communion or for the Sacrament...Return to School ’25
2nd September 2025 Hi everyone, We’re still putting the finishing touches on our September Newsletter and will share it with you shortly. In the meantime, I want to share the PE timetable with you. On the days specified below, children may wear their PE tracksuit along with a plain white t-shirt. Please note that sports jerseys or other trendy gear is not part of the school uniform. A reminder to label all of your child’s clothes clearly. We already have brand new jumpers without names left around the school. We know every child in the school. Labelled clothes can be returned to their owners within seconds. If your child’s PE day was on Monday or Tuesday this week, they may take their second tracksuit day on Friday. Thank you,Darragh ClassPE Days Junior InfantsMonday and ThursdaySenior InfantsMonday and Wednesday 1st ClassTuesday (Swimming) and Thursday2nd ClassMonday and Wednesday (Swimming)3rd ClassWednesday (Swimming) and Friday4th ClassTuesday (Swimming) and Friday5th ClassTuesday (Swimming) and Friday6th ClassWednesday (Swimming) and Friday 25th August 2025 Hi everyone, I hope you are all feeling ready and excited for the return to school on Wednesday. Pupils Senior Infants to 6th start at 9am and Junior Infants start at 10am. We’ve had a few phone calls and emails over the past week, so I thought it would be helpful to share some of the most frequently asked questions here for your information. UniformOn Wednesday and Thursday, all children should wear the grey formal uniform. If the weather allows, some children may prefer to wear plain navy shorts, which is absolutely fine. On Friday, all children can wear their school tracksuit. Your child’s teacher will confirm each class’ designated tracksuit days...Return to School ’25
June 2025 Last Few Points to Note Community is a Core Value of Education and Training Board (ETB) schools. I want to take a moment to sincerely thank and congratulate every member of our school community for showing up and giving your very best each and every day this year. A heartfelt thank you to all the parents for your incredibly generous summer gift. We had a lovely night out in Navan to mark the end of the school year—it was the perfect way to celebrate all that we’ve achieved together. A special word of thanks to our fantastic Parent Association for your ongoing support of teaching and learning in our school. Our Career Day was a brilliant success again this year, and the Summer Carnival continues to be one of the highlights of our calendar. I strongly encourage more parents to get involved next year. With solid structures now in place, your contribution can have a real impact, and it’s a wonderful way to show your child how much you value their education. To the incredible staff and school management team: thank you for your dedication, your positivity, and your commitment to always putting the child at the centre of everything we do. Your efforts don’t go unnoticed. I’d also like to thank LMETB and our Board of Management for their ongoing support in the running and development of our school. Finally, the biggest thanks and congratulations go to our wonderful pupils and the fantastic Pupil Council. You are the heart of this community, and it is a privilege to witness your growth, enthusiasm, and achievements every day....Summer Camp 2025
Ard Rí CNS Summer Camp caters for children from incoming Junior Infants to 3rd Class (2025/2026) from 30th June to 4th July 2025, 9:30am to 1pm daily. Forms link: https://forms.office.com/e/GT4TFN3jMw Places on the camp are limited and we will operate on a first come, first served basis. Filling out this form does not guarantee a place in the camp due to limited availability. I will be in contact with you via email or text message to let you know if you have secured a place. Thank you, Múinteoir Karen...
Admissions 2026-27
Ard Rí CNS are delighted to publish our Admissions Notice and Admissions Policy for children starting school in September 2026.
- Admission Notice Ard Rí CNS 2026
- Policy for Admission to Ard Rí CNS
- Application Form 2026-27 (word.doc) Application Form 2026-27 (PDF.doc)
- Code of Behaviour
Open Evening at Ard Rí CNS
We are delighted to invite all prospective families to our Open Evening on Wednesday, 1st October 2025 at 6.30pm.
Come along to meet our pupils, parents, teachers, and school leadership team, and experience the welcoming atmosphere of Ard Rí CNS. Learn more about our vibrant school community, see first-hand what makes Ard Rí CNS a great place to learn, and discover the many opportunities we provide for every child to thrive.
We look forward to welcoming you!
If you are looking for a school place for your child, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact us as soon as possible to secure a place:
📞 Call: 087-1341007
📧 Email: [email protected]
