Awards
Amber Flag.
The Pieta House Amber Flag initiative recognises the individual efforts of schools, companies and groups to create healthy, inclusive environments that support mental well-being, and unites these groups in their efforts, working together toward a happier, healthier Ireland and eradicate the stigmas associated with mental health issues.
Knockskeagh promotes positive mental health
At Knockskeagh National School, our Amber Flag flies proudly at full mast at the front of our school.
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Knockskeagh National School has an Amber Flag Project Team comprising of a cross-section of our school community including both staff and students. The students are represented by two pupils from each class from 1st class to 6th class. The Amber Flag Project Team promotes Positive Mental Health in the school by organising a number of initiatives throughout the school year. The activities below outline some of the initiatives that we have adopted throughout this school year to promote Positive Mental Health.
Mental Health Visit
On Tuesday 4th of October, our 5th and 6th classes were delighted to welcome Ann and Susan, from "Cork Mental Health" to our school. We had a...
Wellness Week 2022
Wellness Week 2022 Wellness activities this week aimed to create an awareness of the importance of; exercise, connection, creativity, and fun to...
Knockskeagh Virtual Tour
We welcome you to take a look at this short video which gives an insight into the activities that Knockskeagh National School has to offer its...
Zumba
Zumba We are delighted to be in a position to offer Zumba dancing classes to all school children. The first class was a really enjoyable experience...
Halloween Parade 2021
What a day!! Our annual Halloween Parade took place on Friday the 22nd of October this year. All the children put in a huge effort and it was one...
Amber Flag Award 2021
We were delighted to hear recently that we have been awarded the Amber Flag for 2021. The Amber Flag recognises the efforts of schools to create...