Clontibret National School
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About
Clontibret National School is a small, vibrant rural primary school under the patronage of the Church of Ireland, serving the parish and welcoming children of all faiths and none. The school is democratically run in partnership with parents, teachers and the wider church community, fostering a caring environment where pupils are encouraged to respect one another and develop their unique talents. The curriculum is delivered within a safe and secure learning setting that promotes spiritual, intellectual, emotional and social growth. Emphasis is placed on a balanced programme of teaching, sporting activity and community involvement, allowing children to thrive academically while also benefiting from extracurricular pursuits. Modern facilities, provided by the purpose‑built premises opened in 2008, support a range of learning experiences and cater for pupils of varying abilities and needs.
History
A primary school linked to St Colman’s Church of Ireland has existed on the site since the 1700s. Records show renovations in the 1820s to a two‑storey building with classrooms above and the teacher’s residence below, the roof being slated rather than thatched. This historic building served Clontibret NS until February 2008, when a new school was constructed at Aughnameal. The community, led by the Clontibret Pipe Band, walked from the old to the new premises on 16 February 2008; the new school opened on 18 February 2008 and was officially inaugurated by Minister for Education Batt O’Keeffe in September 2008.