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Gratitude & Celebration

A huge heartfelt thank you to the fabulous ATU School of Design & Creative Arts for the most incredible collaboration.

We are so grateful to the talented students:
Ava, Adam, Sinead, Kate, James, Eric, Cian and Luke — your creativity, care and innovation have truly made a difference to our classroom.

From sensory books to adaptive tables, puppets, vibration resources and thoughtful storage solutions — every piece was designed with such respect for our students and their individual needs. You listened, observed, reflected and created with heart.

A sincere thank you also to the wonderful ATU staff Sarah Nash, Matthew Coombes, Kenneth Nevin, Patrick O’Hare and Louise Manifold for guiding and supporting this project so beautifully.

And special thanks to Deirdre Leech from the Anne Sullivan Foundation for her support and collaboration.

This partnership has been inspiring, affirming and full of possibility. We are so proud to have been part of it and hope this is just the beginning

Gratitude & Celebration A huge heartfelt thank you to the fabulous ATU School of Design & Creative Arts for the most incredible collaboration. We are so grateful to the talented students: Ava, Adam, Sinead, Kate, James, Eric, Cian and Luke — your creativity, care and innovation have truly made a difference to our classroom. From sensory books to adaptive tables, puppets, vibration resources and thoughtful storage solutions — every piece was designed with such respect for our students and their individual needs. You listened, observed, reflected and created with heart. A sincere thank you also to the wonderful ATU staff Sarah Nash, Matthew Coombes, Kenneth Nevin, Patrick O’Hare and Louise Manifold for guiding and supporting this project so beautifully. And special thanks to Deirdre Leech from the Anne Sullivan Foundation for her support and collaboration. This partnership has been inspiring, affirming and full of possibility. We are so proud to have been part of it and hope this is just the beginning

ATU Design Showcase- Creativity That Makes a Difference
We feel incredibly lucky in The Willows class at Rosedale to have worked with such talented ATU design students this year. Students from a range of design disciplines – including Interior Design, Textiles, Product Design and Industrial Design – spent time in our classroom, carefully observing, listening and learning about the unique sensory and physical needs of our pupils.

The results have been nothing short of amazing. The students created beautifully thoughtful, practical and innovative resources tailored specifically to our class. Each piece reflects genuine care, creativity and an understanding of inclusive design in action.

On 26th February, we were delighted to attend their exhibition and see the finished projects on display. The showcase was seriously impressive, and we were so proud to see the hard work, research and dedication that had gone into every design. Most importantly, our pupils absolutely loved exploring and interacting with their new resources - each one already proving to be a great success in the classroom.

We are so grateful to the ATU students for their professionalism, creativity and kindness throughout this collaboration. We look forward to continuing this wonderful partnership with ATU Design in the future.

ATU Design Showcase- Creativity That Makes a Difference We feel incredibly lucky in The Willows class at Rosedale to have worked with such talented ATU design students this year. Students from a range of design disciplines – including Interior Design, Textiles, Product Design and Industrial Design – spent time in our classroom, carefully observing, listening and learning about the unique sensory and physical needs of our pupils. The results have been nothing short of amazing. The students created beautifully thoughtful, practical and innovative resources tailored specifically to our class. Each piece reflects genuine care, creativity and an understanding of inclusive design in action. On 26th February, we were delighted to attend their exhibition and see the finished projects on display. The showcase was seriously impressive, and we were so proud to see the hard work, research and dedication that had gone into every design. Most importantly, our pupils absolutely loved exploring and interacting with their new resources - each one already proving to be a great success in the classroom. We are so grateful to the ATU students for their professionalism, creativity and kindness throughout this collaboration. We look forward to continuing this wonderful partnership with ATU Design in the future.

Fun, Friendship & Fantastic Moments in Pathways

There has been so much joy and laughter in Pathways lately! Pupils have been having great fun during lively sessions in the SI room, exploring kindness through puppet activities, enjoying shared story time, socialising with friends, and celebrating special birthdays together

Fun, Friendship & Fantastic Moments in Pathways There has been so much joy and laughter in Pathways lately! Pupils have been having great fun during lively sessions in the SI room, exploring kindness through puppet activities, enjoying shared story time, socialising with friends, and celebrating special birthdays together

A Magical Valentine’s Ball at Rosedale

What a truly magical day we had at our Rosedale Valentine’s Ball! The room was filled with laughter, sparkle and the warmest sense of friendship and kindness. It was one of those special days where you could genuinely feel the love in the air- a beautiful celebration of connection, joy and belonging.

A heartfelt thank you to Dave and the wonderful team at Boots Wellpark for so generously providing makeup palettes. Our pupils absolutely loved being glammed up for the ball - the face painting, the colour, the sparkle - it all added to the excitement and magic of the day.
Lots more photos to follow. Watch this space!

A Magical Valentine’s Ball at Rosedale What a truly magical day we had at our Rosedale Valentine’s Ball! The room was filled with laughter, sparkle and the warmest sense of friendship and kindness. It was one of those special days where you could genuinely feel the love in the air- a beautiful celebration of connection, joy and belonging. A heartfelt thank you to Dave and the wonderful team at Boots Wellpark for so generously providing makeup palettes. Our pupils absolutely loved being glammed up for the ball - the face painting, the colour, the sparkle - it all added to the excitement and magic of the day. Lots more photos to follow. Watch this space!

Love is in the air in Rosedale!
Our pupils have been busy creating beautiful decorations and soaking up the excitement as we prepare for our much-anticipated Valentine’s Ball. Smiles, sparkle, and lots of love - we can’t wait for the big day!

Love is in the air in Rosedale! Our pupils have been busy creating beautiful decorations and soaking up the excitement as we prepare for our much-anticipated Valentine’s Ball. Smiles, sparkle, and lots of love - we can’t wait for the big day!

A busy start to the new year for our ‘Little Stars’ in Burrenview. Back to school with a bang with lots of baking, art & messy play!

A busy start to the new year for our ‘Little Stars’ in Burrenview. Back to school with a bang with lots of baking, art & messy play!

Pupils in Rainbow’s class were busy creating beautiful St Brigit’s Day crosses, carefully weaving and exploring the textures of rushes as part of our celebrations. This hands-on activity offered a meaningful sensory experience while connecting with an important Irish tradition.

We wish everyone in our school community a very happy St Brigit’s Day — a day of renewal, creativity and new beginnings.

Pupils in Rainbow’s class were busy creating beautiful St Brigit’s Day crosses, carefully weaving and exploring the textures of rushes as part of our celebrations. This hands-on activity offered a meaningful sensory experience while connecting with an important Irish tradition. We wish everyone in our school community a very happy St Brigit’s Day — a day of renewal, creativity and new beginnings.

Great day out for Burrenview at the Teddy Bear Hospital in NUIG Our teddies were checked in by triage doctors in the emergency department, sent for X-rays, minor surgery, and even got some medicine! Happy students & healthy teddies going home!
Super experience to help our children to become more familiar & comfortable with a hospital setting through play & fun

Great day out for Burrenview at the Teddy Bear Hospital in NUIG Our teddies were checked in by triage doctors in the emergency department, sent for X-rays, minor surgery, and even got some medicine! Happy students & healthy teddies going home! Super experience to help our children to become more familiar & comfortable with a hospital setting through play & fun

Baboró at Rosedale.
We were so lucky to welcome the wonderful Baboró team into Rosedale School.
Through a series of immersive, sensory-rich stories, our pupils enjoyed incredible adventures together — travelling to Hawaii, sailing on ships, journeying through stormy seas, exploring the changing seasons, and even cooking with a quirky Michelin-starred chef.
Each experience was carefully crafted to be exciting, meaningful and accessible, allowing every pupil to engage in their own way through sound, movement, touch and imagination. The joy, curiosity and sense of wonder were truly special, and each child gained so much from these shared adventures.
A heartfelt thank you to the Baboró team for bringing such creativity, warmth and magic into our school. We will treasure these experiences for a long time to come.

Baboró at Rosedale. We were so lucky to welcome the wonderful Baboró team into Rosedale School. Through a series of immersive, sensory-rich stories, our pupils enjoyed incredible adventures together — travelling to Hawaii, sailing on ships, journeying through stormy seas, exploring the changing seasons, and even cooking with a quirky Michelin-starred chef. Each experience was carefully crafted to be exciting, meaningful and accessible, allowing every pupil to engage in their own way through sound, movement, touch and imagination. The joy, curiosity and sense of wonder were truly special, and each child gained so much from these shared adventures. A heartfelt thank you to the Baboró team for bringing such creativity, warmth and magic into our school. We will treasure these experiences for a long time to come.

Sensory Science in Action at Rosedale.
Science comes alive in Rosedale through hands-on, sensory-rich experiences. Through touch, sound, sight, movement and smell, our pupils explore the world with curiosity, play and wonder every day. From water play and bubbling experiments to light exploration, texture trays, temperature changes and nature investigations, learning happens through real, meaningful sensory engagement. These moments capture the joy of discovery and the magic of learning through the senses.

Sensory Science in Action at Rosedale. Science comes alive in Rosedale through hands-on, sensory-rich experiences. Through touch, sound, sight, movement and smell, our pupils explore the world with curiosity, play and wonder every day. From water play and bubbling experiments to light exploration, texture trays, temperature changes and nature investigations, learning happens through real, meaningful sensory engagement. These moments capture the joy of discovery and the magic of learning through the senses.

Pupils from Willows Class enjoyed a special visit to Galway City Library to view their artwork, which was proudly exhibited as a winning entry in the Galway Advertiser Christmas Art Competition.

Pupils from Willows Class enjoyed a special visit to Galway City Library to view their artwork, which was proudly exhibited as a winning entry in the Galway Advertiser Christmas Art Competition.

Thank You to Our Community Supporters
We are incredibly grateful to two wonderful local groups who recently supported our school through their community fundraising events.

A heartfelt thank you to Galway Pickleball, who held a match on St. Stephen’s Day and generously donated the proceeds to our school. Their kindness and thoughtfulness mean so much to our school community.

We would also like to sincerely thank Salthill Knocknacarra GAA, who donated funds raised from their club day event held earlier this year. Their continued support of local schools and community initiatives is greatly appreciated.

Thanks also to Ollie Flanagan, the Carr Family and Friends in Frenchfort, Oranmore for their generous contributions from their Santa Fun Run

Every act of generosity, no matter the size, helps to enhance the experiences of our pupils and supports the work we do every day. We are truly thankful to be part of such a caring and community-spirited network.
Go raibh míle maith agaibh to everyone involved

Thank You to Our Community Supporters We are incredibly grateful to two wonderful local groups who recently supported our school through their community fundraising events. A heartfelt thank you to Galway Pickleball, who held a match on St. Stephen’s Day and generously donated the proceeds to our school. Their kindness and thoughtfulness mean so much to our school community. We would also like to sincerely thank Salthill Knocknacarra GAA, who donated funds raised from their club day event held earlier this year. Their continued support of local schools and community initiatives is greatly appreciated. Thanks also to Ollie Flanagan, the Carr Family and Friends in Frenchfort, Oranmore for their generous contributions from their Santa Fun Run Every act of generosity, no matter the size, helps to enhance the experiences of our pupils and supports the work we do every day. We are truly thankful to be part of such a caring and community-spirited network. Go raibh míle maith agaibh to everyone involved

Rainbows pupils engaging in meaningful experiences through art, real-life activities and sensory exploration

Rainbows pupils engaging in meaningful experiences through art, real-life activities and sensory exploration

A lovely snapshot of learning and laughter as our Pathways pupils enjoy time out and about together.

A lovely snapshot of learning and laughter as our Pathways pupils enjoy time out and about together.

Music in Action.
Moments of sound, connection, and joy as our pupils explore instruments and experience music in ways that are meaningful to them

Music in Action. Moments of sound, connection, and joy as our pupils explore instruments and experience music in ways that are meaningful to them

Pictured here are our wonderful bus drivers, who generously gave up their own time to safely bring our students to and from our Christmas party. We are deeply grateful for their care, commitment and support throughout the year — our school days wouldn’t be possible without them.

Pictured here are our wonderful bus drivers, who generously gave up their own time to safely bring our students to and from our Christmas party. We are deeply grateful for their care, commitment and support throughout the year — our school days wouldn’t be possible without them.

Santa stopped by to let Miriam our Vice Principal (left) and Paula our Principal (right) know that they’ve officially made it onto the Good List!

Santa stopped by to let Miriam our Vice Principal (left) and Paula our Principal (right) know that they’ve officially made it onto the Good List!

Thank you to the ATU Choir for a wonderful Christmas carol service for the students of Rosedale and Lakeview, with a special visit from their former choir director and her twin babies.

Thank you to the ATU Choir for a wonderful Christmas carol service for the students of Rosedale and Lakeview, with a special visit from their former choir director and her twin babies.

Teacher Ellen with Students Jason and Daniel Presenting Christmas Jumper Day Funds to the Galway Simon Community

Teacher Ellen with Students Jason and Daniel Presenting Christmas Jumper Day Funds to the Galway Simon Community

Students and staff enjoying a festive Christmas party, kindly hosted by Zimmer Biomet

Students and staff enjoying a festive Christmas party, kindly hosted by Zimmer Biomet

Christmas Joy at Rosedale

Christmas Joy at Rosedale