Castlehackett NS is the home of the Castlehackett 8k road race, which has just celebrated its FIFTH great year. Taking place in June – usually in glorious sunshine! – people come from all over to attend this family event. It has something for everyone, from serious runners to walkers to the children themselves. Click here…

Swimming classes will shortly be commencing again. It’s very encouraging to see all the progress the pupils are making and the enjoyment they derive from being in the water, which is good for both body and mind.  

Castlehackett NS has a well-stocked library which is widely used by pupils. Reading opens doors for young people and many books are treasures.

World renowned musician Matt Cunningham comes to the school once a week to teach practical music to the pupils.  Matt has entertained such people as Pope John Paul II and the illustrious Kennedy Family and has been teaching music for the past 28 years.

Susan O’Shaugnessy of the McDonagh Byrne School of Dancing comes to the school on a weekly basis to teach Irish Dancing.