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Gardenfield National School (Scoil Cheathrú na nGarrdhanta) is a co‑educational primary school serving the local community with classes ranging from Junior Infants through to Senior Infants, the six primary “Rang” classes and two Senior Extension (SET) classes. The school follows the Irish national curriculum while placing a strong emphasis on holistic development, integrating subjects such as STEM, the arts, music, drama and visual arts into everyday learning. A dedicated sensory area supports pupils with additional needs, and the school’s participation in initiatives such as “Say Yes to Languages”, “Creative Schools” and “Greenschools” demonstrates a commitment to multilingualism, creativity and environmental stewardship. The school environment is enriched by a variety of extracurricular provisions. Regular themed weeks, assemblies, and performances (including Halloween and Christmas productions) foster a vibrant community spirit. Sports opportunities span Gaelic football, camogie, hurling, swimming, handball, soccer and athletics, while after‑school care (Wiz Kidz) and a robust Parents’ Association support families. Modern digital tools, including Google Workspace for Education, are employed to enhance teaching and communication, and the school promotes healthy eating and wellbeing programmes for all pupils.