Our long-awaited history book has been published and was launched on Friday, 2nd December 2016.  The launch took place in Ashton School and the book was launched by special guest – retired teacher and past-principal Bertie Smith. Bertie came to Ashton in 1974 and ended his teaching career as principal of Ashton in 2011.  With a connection with the school […]

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The Irish Department in Ashton were thrilled recently when they found out that they were once again winners in the Corn Bedell competition, where they have been winners on a number of occasions, 2016 being no exception. Rev. Tony Murphy presented a cheque and a framed certificate to the Irish Department at Ashton School Assembly […]

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The word ‘magic’ conjures up many images, but none as interesting or ‘eye-opening’ as the ‘Science Magic Show ‘ which the Science Teachers at Ashton put on during Science Week, 2016. The Science Department teachers invited 5th class students, and their teachers from Our Lady of Lourdes National School, and Ballintemple National School to the […]

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Our long-awaited history book has finally gone to print and will be launched on Friday, 2nd December 2016.  The launch will take place in Ashton School and the book will be launched by special guest – retired teacher and past-principal Bertie Smith.  Put the date in your diary, because it will be an occasion not to be missed.  Plan […]

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  Action Week 2016 – a HUGE success – 3,700 euros raised for charity. Action Week is a staple on the school calendar each year. The Justice Group, under the guidance of Chaplain Mr. Drew Ruttle, plan, organise, and co-ordinate whole-school, and individual activities for the week, all in aid of charity. The nominated charities […]

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  Ashton School, Blackrock Road, held their Annual Awards Day recently, attended by students, staff, Board of Management, Co-Patrons of the school, and invited guests. Prizes were awarded across the curriculum both academically and for sporting and extra-curricular success, generating positive affirmation for everyone involved. Guest of Honour on the day was Dr. Brian Appelbe, […]

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          Adidas School tracksuit (as per above photos), will be compulsory for all sports teams and OPTIONAL for all other students. Price €110.00 including the school crest and each student’s name initials. Fittings by Welch Sports in Ashton School, will take place on Monday 17th October, 2016. Deposit of €50.00 will […]

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Ashton School, Blackrock Road, Cork invites applications from suitably qualified applicants to fill a temporary vacancy for the position of secretary (maternity leave beginning 7th November 2016). Completed application forms, which must be accompanied by curriculum vitae, two written references and a cover letter, should be addressed to the principal to arrive no later than […]

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The Rochelle class that left in 1966 are hoping to have a reunion lunch on 3rd November 2016 in Carrigaline Court Hotel.  Anyone from Rochelle that left in the summer of 1966 or anyone who was in that year and left early should contact Clare Poole (clare@rockpool.org) or Peggie McAdoo (m.mcadoo@btinternet.com).  666 total views

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Ashton past pupil John Jermyn realised the Olympic hockey dream shared by many after being chosen for the Irish squad for Rio.  He begins Ireland’s Olympic quest on Saturday, 6th August 2016, when Ireland will play India at 3.00 p.m. A year ago Ireland came through an arduous qualifying campaign to rightly claim a berth […]

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