13/05/2011 — Enrolment, Visitors
Many of the boys who will start Junior Infants Class next August came along to CBC this morning to spend a couple of hours with Mrs Lowry. Their parents stayed in the classroom until the boys settled down, which did not take very long. Then there was a morning of fun with stories, games and a spell in the playground. They are all looking forward to coming back after the summer.
Mrs Lowry settles down the boys while parents look on.
Mrs Lowry engages the boys in a story
The boys are fascinated with Mrs Lowry's little helper
Running and jumping in the playground
Lining up in the playground to go back to class
13/05/2011 — Activities
The Fifth and Sixth Class chess team took part in a chess competition in Togher last Friday.
12/05/2011 — Activities, Events
15/04/2011 — Events, Visitors
Rachel Sarah Murphy, who plays Jo Fahey in the RTE soap Fair City, visited CBC today. Her company, the Irish Film Academy, recently sponsored the touring jersey which the Sixth Class boys wore on their tour to Bath. Rachel Sarah called in on the Sixth Class boys as she was told that they had a particular interest in drama. She spent an hour in the Library with them, explaining various acting techniques and getting the boys involved in acting out short scenes. She took a break to pick out the winning ticket for the Easter Egg draw. The Preparatory School are very grateful to Rachel Sarah for calling in and also for her sponsorship of the Bath Tour.
Rachel Sarah Murphy in the Library with Sixth Class
The pupils wait anxiously for Rachel Sarah to pick the winning ticket in the Easter Egg draw
Rachel Sarah presents the Easter Egg to the lucky winner
11/04/2011 — Activities, Events, Sport
Sixth Class arrived back in Cork last night after a hectic weekend in Bath. They played seven rugby matches over the three days at three different venues. They also spent some time sight seeing, culminating with a guided tour of the famous Roman Baths. The touring team also found time for bowling, quasar and a visit to the cinema.
The Preparatory School touring group prior to their departure from Cork Airport last Friday
The team prepares to take to the field
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Group photo in the Roman Baths
Roman Bath Attendants?
Balcony overlooking Roman Baths
Looking down on main pool in the Roman Baths
The boys relax after their final match of the tour
07/04/2011 — Activities
Tomorrow morning, Sixth Class will assemble at Cork Airport rather than in the School Hall. They will be on their way to the beautiful city of Bath for an educational and rugby tour. This final major event for the most senior boys in the Preparatory School is an annual event of long standing. They will play seven matches while in Bath, against local opposition. They will also spend some time sight seeing. They will be taken on a guided tour of the ancient Roman Baths, the feature from which the city takes its name. The boys designed a special jersey for the trip. Today, Dr Larry Jordan presented each of the 25 boys with the special touring jersey and a touring bag.
Dr Larry Jordan with the design team and the touring jersey
Dr Larry Jordan presents team captain David Love with a touring bag.
Dr Larry Jordan presents team vice-captain Evan Linnane with a sports bag.
07/04/2011 — Events
CBC Preparatory was glad to show their solidarity with the people of Japan who are currently suffering the after-effects of the March earthquake. The class group hold a sign, which means in translation: ‘Hang in there!
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"Hang in there!!"
23/03/2011 — Curriculum, In the Spotlight
Second Class took the top prize today in the Feis Maitiu Choral Verse competition. The boys were delighted to return to CBC with their big silver cup. Congratulations to all the boys on their success.
Second Class on Stage at Fr Matthew Hall
Second Class with the cup they won at Feis Maitiú
17/03/2011 — In the Spotlight
Joshua Fitzgerald-Roberts of Third Class, who came first in the 10 years and under recitation competition at Feis Maitiú, displays his winner’s medal.
Congratulation to Joshua for achieving a First Place at Feis Maitiú
17/03/2011 — Activities, Events, Sport
Fifth Class were guests of Scoil Cholmchille, Blarney Street on Friday last, to play return cricket and hurling matches. All the boys enjoyed the event and it is planned to have some more matches before the summer holidays.
CBC Cricket/Hurling Team
Waiting to Bat
The end of a hectic game of hurling
