Welcome to Holy Family J.N.S.
Welcome to the online home of Holy Family Junior National School, Swords. Here you will find all the news and information you need - whether you are a prospective parent planning to enrol your child in the future or one of our already familiar faces, keeping up to date, as we all work together to make the childrens' time in school here as enjoyable and fruitful as possible.
Our website carries all the news, events and happenings from around the school to give you a taste of what's going on here - and there is always plenty going on!! Keep an eye on the "Gallery" section to see photo collections from school life.
Check back regularly for the latest updates and developments!
Recent News
Mindful May 2025
For Mindful May, Junior and senior Infants took part in Sound Bath Workshops today as part of our Creative Schools Initiative which is funded by the Arts Council. Click here for pictures
Sound bath workshops offer children a calming and engaging sensory experience that supports relaxation, focus, and emotional well-being. Through soothing sounds and gentle vibrations, kids learn to manage stress, improve listening skills, and enhance mindfulness.
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Garda Band Visit 2025
Today, Holy Family JNS was treated to a special performance by the Garda Brass Band! The talented musicians filled the yard with excitement as they played all the children’s favourite tunes, from lively movie classics to fun pop songs and theme tunes. The children clapped, danced, and sang along, creating a joyful and unforgettable atmosphere.
It was a wonderful opportunity for the children to experience the magic of live music. Huge thanks to the Garda Band for bringing smiles, laughter, and music to our school — we can’t wait to welcome them back!
Newsletter Term 2 2025
Welcome to our Term 2 School Newsletter! This term in HFJNS has been filled with exciting learning adventures, creative projects, and joyful moments.
Our children continue to grow, explore, and shine in every way.
Thank you for your continued support—we’re excited to share our highlights with you!
Click here for the full roundup!
Spring Day Celebrations 2025
Our Successful School Spring Day: A Sweet Triumph!
We are thrilled to share the success of our recent Spring Day, which was a wonderful event for both our school community and our fundraising efforts. Thanks to the generous support of parents, students, and teachers, and the trojan work done by the Parents' Association, the day was a huge hit!
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Seachtain na Gaeilge 2025
Bhí céiliúradh Seachtain na Gaeilge ar siúl i HFJNS le coicís anuas. Bhí dráma, céilí mór, ceolchoirm le ceoltóirí paráid agus go leor eile ar siúl.
Táimid thar a bheith buíoch ar na múinteoirí a d'eagraigh imeachtaí spraíúla, go háiraithe Ms Ginty a rinne an iarracht ag eagrú imeachtaí agus ag maisiú an scoil.
Pictiúrí le fáil anseo!
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World Book Day 2025
On Friday 7th March, the children in Holy Family JNS brought in a book of their choice along with a blanket or cushion. Ms Mc Nally announced DEAR (Drop Everything And Read) Time over the intercom and the children read their own books using the items they brought in. Click here for pictures.The theme for World Book Day this year is 'Read Your Way.' Research shows that children feel reading is something they have to do, rather than something they choose to do. 'Read Your Way' encourages everyone to let go of reading pressures and expectations, and empowers children and young people to have fun discovering reading on their own terms.
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Friendship February Update
Fun and friendship are the name of the game in Holy Family JNS this month! The boys and girls along with our school community strive to make our school environment a happy, healthy and friendly place to be.
Friendship February is a celebration of this - a chance to strengthen connections with each other, reflect on what makes our school work well and see what we can build upon and improve going forward.
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Yard Stars
Last year we started running a Star Award competition.
During yard time, children have an opportunity to win stars for good behaviour, teamwork and lining up.
This has proven very successful. The children are trying so hard to earn stars for their class.
At the end of each month, the class with the most stars gets the trophy.
Let's see which class will win it next month!!
Holy Family JNS
River Valley, Swords, Co. Dublin, Charity Number 20119300
- +353 1 840 4394