Hedgestown National School

14/07/2026

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Aisling Murphy.

Mrs. Murphy was a wonderful teacher and an important member of our school community. She touched the lives of countless students and colleagues through her kindness, dedication, and commitment to education.

Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, colleagues, and all who knew and loved her at this difficult time.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.

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25/06/2026

We had lots of sports and fun this week. Races, games, sack races, egg and spoon, dance, water games and much more!
We even had some fun with water balloons and water guns today 🌞🏅🏁

25/06/2026

Congratulations to the class of 2026 on graduating yesterday. A huge thank you to the PA for providing all the goodies and treats. Best of luck in secondary school 🎓🥳🎉

09/06/2026

We had a great day of football today at the Martin Finnegan tournament. A big thank you to all who helped organise the day ⚽️🏅

28/05/2026

Ice Cream Graphs 🍦🍨☀️

28/05/2026

Well done to our Green School Committee and Ms Bentley, who were presented with a new Transport Flag 🟩♻️

01/05/2026

We invite you all to our Book and Bake Sale on Friday 8th May where you can pick up a new read or some fabulous baked treats! See poster for more details.

Donations of books for children or adults are welcomed as well as baked goods (please ensure they are nut free).

Parents can attend 1.30-3pm, children will be allowed in at lunchtime.

All leftover books will be donated to charity.

23/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who entered our Easter Raffle in April, with your generous support we raised over €1000 for our school!

A huge thank you to the families, local businesses and sponsors who donated prizes for this event, we couldn't do this without your support!

A huge congratulations to all of our winners below!

1st Prize -€350 Voucher for Emerald Park donated by Empowered Health and Happiness : Won by Stephanie Ryan

2nd Prize - Easter Egg Hamper donated by Hedgestown PA : Won by Alannah 3rd Class

3rd Prize - Easter Egg Hamper donated by Hedgestown PA : Won by Marie Lord

4th Prize - Easter treats and Lego Hamper donated by Lisa Thurlow : Won by Fina Akintole

5th Prize - €30 Pavillions Voucher donated by the Donnelly Family : Won by Dubheasa Kennedy

6th Prize - Toy Hamper donated by the Daly family : Won by Clare Whelan

7th Prize - Sweet Treats Hamper donated by the Daly family : Won by Vivienne Dennis

8th Prize - Sock Monkey donated by Sock Monkey House : Won by Kanina Morgan

9th Prize - Necklace donated by : Won by Fiona Hartford

10th Prize - Wine Set donated by the Donnelly Family: Won by Fiona Hartford

17/04/2026

Best of luck to all making their confirmation today 🕊

🙏 Wishing the Confirmandi from Corduff NS, Hedgestown NS and RALET school best wishes for their celebrations Friday 17th April. We will keep you in prayers and congratulations 🙏

23/03/2026

Thank you to the Confirmandi who have completed their preparation steps for Confirmation. They have shown great commitment, perseverance and courage to be able to stand up for themselves in their faith.
🕯️ The Ceremony of Light service Monday 7pm begins the Confirmation sacrament itself with the handing on of the Light from parent to Confirmation candidate. We keep you all in our prayers. 🙏