Tánaiste opens newly extended and refurbished Taugheen National School [education.ie]
- Published: 12 November 2010
Taugheen National School, which has an enrolment of 74 pupils and 5 staff, is set in a lovely rural area and has been totally modernised.
In addition to a total refurbishment of the existing school, three new classrooms, a General Purpose room, a Learning Support classroom, ancillary accommodation were constructed together with the re-development of the football playing pitch at a total cost of almost €500,000.
Speaking at the opening the Tánaiste said that there is a proud history of education in Taugheen and "this community deserves great praise for providing and supporting a quality education to many generations of families during all of those years.
"Taugheen’s ethos nurtures and enriches each child’s experience at school by being praised by the teachers each day."
Highlighting the school’s interest in sports, the Tánaiste went on to say “You can also be proud of your many successes in sport.
"With nine of the girls from the school on the football team which won the All Ireland final in 2009 this is an outstanding achievement for Taugheen.
"It is marvellous to learn that the school enjoys excellent relationships with the Community Council and the Community Playgroup and share resources to the benefit of the children and the community in general with the local playgroup availing of the school's outdoor play facilities."
The Tánaiste acknowledged the contribution of the Principal, Deirdre Dennedy and her staff and praised the parents of children attending the school for their support of both the children and school saying "it is heartening that you are taking such a great interest in your children’s education and that you fully recognise the importance of your support for the school.
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