Cup Visits

There was a very exciting build up to two finals in the community in October. The flags and bunting were flying with great pride.  Shanahoe Ladies claimed the Intermediate county title and Colt-Shanahoe won their very first Intermediate hurling title since their amalgamation. Many past pupils represented both codes and it was fantastic that so many of the team members took the time to call to our school to show the silverware.  They were inspiring role models for the children to look up. The team mingled, took photos and signed autographs with the children.  It was great to see all the smiles and laughter as some kids lifted the cup above their heads.  Hopefully some day they too will return to Tobar an Léinn as champions. A special word of congratulations to Dan Butler who was definitely one of the favourites.  He has given great time in training the kids hurling skill over the course of last year.  Well done everyone. 

First Duathlon 2023

5th and 6th class have completed a 5 week duathlon training course, finishing off with Tobar an Léinn's first ever duathlon on our school and Colt GAA grounds.  They were coached by Gary Crasson who encouraged participation and completion as opposed to competition. They were taught how to run correctly, focussing on technique.  They learned to cycle safely with a focus on dismounting their their bicycles in a safe way.  Gary gave them tip on transitioning from cycling to running and vice versa from his own personal experience.  They learned to navigate corners and avoid obstacles on their bicycles.  They were taught how to cycle in groups safely.  The children were thrilled to complete a run, cycle and run course in October.  We would would like to thank Gary for sharing his expertise with us and hope to welcome him back to our school in the future.  Well done to our athletes, a lot of whom displayed great skill, endurance and talent during this unique event. Maith sibh!

Sporting Success, September 2023

Both Colt Shanahoe u13 hurling team and Shanahoe Ladies u12 football team enjoyed great success this year.  Our school was represented well on both teams.  'Teamwork makes the dreamwork'. What great memories they are making with their team mates, friends and families. Well done to both clubs and our budding stars. 

CARA Sports Inclusion Ireland

All members of our staff took part in two days of Disability Inclusion Training. We welcomed Joanne from CARA Sports Inclusion Ireland who shared a lot of information in making P.E. and being active accessible to all. Thank you also to Catriona from Laois Sports Partnership who accommodated this in-service. 

Shanahoe LGFA u15 B Féile winners

Congratulations to Shanahoe LGFA in reaching and winning the Féile B final recently.  We have some past and present girls featuring on the team.  We love to welcome back past pupils to Tobar an Léinn to celebrate their achievements with them. Thank you for coming.  It was a proud day for players, mentors and parents involved.  Best of luck during the summer when they compete in the provincial stages. 

CRG camogie Club- Cáman to Leinster U12 blitz 

Laois u16 Camogie Leinster and All Ireland B winners.

Last year Laois Camogie became All Ireland U16 B Champions last July.  They beat Antrim in a thrilling final by a goal.  On the path to the final they were unbeaten. They played Meath, Offaly, Kildare and Carlow along the way. CRG camogie were very proud of A. Delaney who lined out in corner back. We welcomed A back with her two pieces of silverware to school recently.  She was a joy to listen to and gave great advice to young aspiring players.  Well done A. 

Camán to Leinster is a fabulous club based initiative where so many camogie clubs throughout Leinster assembled in UPMC Nowlan Park during the Easter break.  Some pupils from Tobar an Léinn lined out with CRG on the day.  We hope you all enjoyed the experience. 

Colt Shanahoe U11 Croke Park Go Games Experience

During the Easter break, Colt Shanahoe u11 hurling panel gathered in Croke Park for the Go Games experience.  All were beyond excited about this opportunity to grace the sod of Croke Park.  Hopefully this will inspire them to become future county stars. 

Laois Cumann na mBunscol Team

Congratulations to Benjamin Peake who represented Tobar an Léinn N.S. on the Cumann na mBunscol team at the halftime exhibition game between Laois and Wexford recently in O'Moore Park. Maith thú!  We hope you enjoyed this experience. 

F.A.I. Primary School 5's Soccer Programme

This programme has been running since the mid 1990s.  Thankfully (after covid) it has returned this year.  Both the girls and boys from Tobar an Léinn participated in this competition and represented themselves very well.  Although there was no silverware, everyone took part in a fair and spirited manner. Well done all the organisers and referees on the day. 

Colt Shanahoe G.A.A. Club

Colt Shanahoe GAA Club have an established club/school link.  Daniel Butler who is also a past pupil of the school comes every Wednesday to coach the whole school.  This is a busy timetable!!!  This term the focus is on hurling.  The children love having Daniel who happily shares his expertise and enthusiasm with them. He is doing great work in preparing both the boys and girls who will compete in the Cumann na mBunscol hurling and camogie leagues.  The children have great fun while practising their skills.  We are very thankful for the interest the club is showing to promote fitness, health and wellbeing towards all pupils in our school. 

School Programme - Leinster Rugby

Boys and girls from 4th - 6th classes took part in the Primary tag blitz in Portlaoise recently.  Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Big thanks to Byran from Leinster Rugby who came to the school in October and November in preparation for this well awaited day out.  

School Programme- Laois Sports Partnership- 'Couch to 2k'

Following up and continuing to keep everyone active we linked in with Laois Sports Partnership and took part in the couch to 2k.  The children continued their daily mile training.  Laois Sports Partnership made it very official bringing their impressive finish line.  All who participated received a certificate of achievement.  Maith sibh!

National Initiative- Operation Transformation

After the Christmas break what better way to start a new year.  Every year in January all pupils and staff in Tobar an Léinn participate in our very own O. T. walks.  We are very fortunate to have access to Tynan's farm next door. Every Friday at 10 am we take to the beautiful outdoors through the farm.  The children love this experience and we have been blessed with lovely weather for the majority of the initiative.   

National Organisation - Irish Heart Foundation

This year we decided to continue with our Daily mile and linked in with the Irish Heart Foundation and Active school initiative - 'Active Break everyday challenge'.  We appointed group leaders who encouraged as they ran/walked and set targets for themselves.  Everyone made every effort to improve their fitness. All classes took to the track 3 days per week in November and most of December for 15 mins. As part of homework some classes used the very helpful booklet provided by the Irish Heart Foundation to track their 60 mins of physical activity. Thanks to Colt GAA for the use of their super track.  Great facility to have close to our school. 

Shanahoe LGFA - Half time exhibition game in O'Moore Park, Portlaoise. 

Shanahoe LGFA team reached the Intermediate Ladies final against a very formidable Park Ratheniska team.. Unfortunately it wasn't their day but Shanahoe put in a great performance.  Tobar an Léinn has a strong club link with Shanahoe LGFA and we had pupils who participated in the half time exhibition game on the day in O'Moore Park.  Well done girls.