Scoil Phronsiais Naofa

About

Scoil Phronsiais Naofa is an all‑boys primary school situated in Clara, County Offaly. As a Catholic, DE.I.S.‑supported institution, it aims to provide a safe, caring and inclusive learning environment where all beliefs are respected and every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential. The school follows a balanced curriculum that places strong emphasis on literacy and numeracy, reinforced by dedicated Reading Recovery and Maths Recovery programmes, as well as targeted academic interventions for pupils with learning difficulties. The school benefits from a wide range of resources and facilities. Each classroom is equipped with interactive whiteboards, computers, laptops and visualisers to support ICT‑enhanced teaching. A spacious playground with a soft‑play area for the junior classes, plus a breakfast club, after‑school homework club and a free school lunch programme, contribute to the holistic development and wellbeing of the children. Extra‑curricular provision is extensive, offering activities such as choir, karate, dance, GAA (hurling and football), tag rugby, drumming workshops, swimming and cookery, while therapeutic services including play therapy, music therapy and mentoring are available for pupils who need additional support.