Léargas at S.H.N.S., Newbawn

Visit to England (Teacher Exchange) - Cumbria

In February 2009, Ms. Wallace and Mrs. O’Neill travelled to Cumbria on a teacher exchange as part of our Comenius project. The purpose of this visit was to show two of our partner schools, Hayton Primary School and Lees Hill Primary School, the work some of our children had completed as part of our Comenius project. Our teachers took with them some project work based on the history of schools in Ireland. It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience for all involved.

In March 2010 four staff members returned for a flying visit to both schools. It was a hugely rewarding experience for all four. Many excellent work practices were witnessed and based on these some suggestions have been made to both the Parents' Association and the Board of Management as to how to improve the lot of the pupils in SHNS. It was great to see the project work of the Dutch, English and Irish schools displayed with such pride in Hayton and Lees Hill. It is hoped that our work (click on the Saints link opposite) will further enhance contacts between the schools.

Click on the "camera man" for 2010 Visit Gallery

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