We are pleased to confirm that Thursday classes and swimming lessons are set to continue for the 2025/2026 school year. Details of the available options are outlined below.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Over the past few years, demand for our classes has continued to grow leading to more people trying to secure places on our booking system. Unfortunately this has sometimes led to disappointed parents and pupils. To help manage and streamline the booking process we have introduced two key changes.
- This summer, we upgraded to a new version of our payment system, hosted by Payzone. Further details about the upgrade system and instructions on how to activate / reactivate your account are included in a separate note.
Please read this note carefully and ensure your account is registered in advance of enrolment. - Additionally, we have updated our class groupings. Going forward, all senior classes will be designated for either 2nd – 3rd class or 4th – 6th class pupils. This will enable us to further stagger booking times (see below). Please review the schedule below carefully when considering your preferred class.
We have also expanded the total number of classes available again this year. We appreciate your patience and support as we continue to improve our offerings.
Enrolment
Enrolments will take place on Saturday 6th September 2025 at the following times:
| Class | Enrollment Time |
| Thursday Classes: Junior Infants – 1st Class | 9am |
| Thursday Classes: 2nd – 3rd Class | 9:30am |
| Thursday Classes: 4th – 6th Class | 10am |
| Swimming Club | 10:30am |
Kindly note that bookings must be made using the account of the pupil’s parent or guardian.
Please also note that, in the interest of fairness, once a class has been booked, it cannot be reassigned to a child in another family. Should your child decide not to take up their place, it will be offered to the next person on the waiting list.
Enrolment for all classes will be conducted online through our payment platform, Payzone, the link to which is available on the PA website: https://stpiusxparentsassociation.com/.
Enrolments will not be accepted before the specified date, and all places will be allocated on a first-come, first served basis.
Once all places have been booked, a waiting list will be in operation. The waiting list will operate through the Payzone platform (in a similar manner to the previous system).
Swimming Club
Dates: Classes will run from the week commencing 15th September 2025 to the end of May 2026 (excluding midterms, Christmas and Easter breaks).
Classes: A full timetable is set out below.
Cost: €195 per child (€170 for 3rd and subsequent child).
Venue: Templeogue College Swimming Pool
Minimum numbers: Please note that we must have a minimum number of children to run any class. If we do not reach the minimum number, any payments taken will be refunded.
First class: The first class will be dedicated to streaming children into 4 groups according to their swimming ability.
Illness: Any child feeling unwell should not attend class.
Supervision: Please note that parents / guardians must remain poolside for the duration of their child’s lesson.
Wednesday at 2pm: This class is for Junior and Senior Infant pupils only. The benefits of this class include that all pupils are a similar age / skill level. The class also has a reduced capacity compared to our 3pm classes to allow for a higher pupil-teacher ratio. The pool management team have advised that this class offers a very solid foundation to your child’s swimming experience.
| Day | Time | Suitable For |
| Monday | 3:00 – 3:40pm | Junior Infants – 6th Class |
| Tuesday | 3:00 – 3:40pm | Junior Infants – 6th Class |
| Wednesday | 2:00 – 2:40pm | Junior & Senior Infants Class only |
| Wednesday | 3:00 – 3:40pm | 1st – 6th Class |
| Friday | 3:00 – 3:40pm | Junior Infants – 6th Class |
Thursday Classes
Schedule: A full schedule of classes is set out overleaf.
Dates: Classes will run for 22 weeks from 25th September to 26th March (excluding mid-terms and Christmas).
Time: All classes will run from 2.35pm – 3.35pm.
Cost: €100 for 22 weeks
Venue: All classes will take place on school grounds.
Drop off / collection:
o Junior and Senior Infants: Parents / guardians will be required to drop and collect their child to and from the classroom allocated for their chosen activity.
o 1st Class: Parents / guardians will be required to collect their child from the classroom allocated for their chosen activity.
o 2nd – 6th Class: Parents / guardians should make their own arrangements for collection.
Minimum numbers: Please note that we must have a minimum number of children to run any class. If we do not reach the minimum number, any payments taken will be refunded.
Supervision:
o The Parents’ Association is delighted to continue Thursday extra-curricular classes. The children who participate in the classes always really enjoy them. However, in order to run the classes successfully, parental support is required.
o As part of the enrolment process, parents / guardians will be requested to select one Thursday when they are available to assist with supervision of the classes. Supervision mostly involves sitting in reception with a member of the PA and being available in case of any emergencies.
o You will be contacted a week in advance of your chosen slot if you are required to attend.
o It would be very unfortunate to have to cancel any classes due to insufficient supervision so please do take note of your chosen day and confirm your availability if/when contacted.
Junior Infants – 1st Class
| Class | Description |
| Junior Sports Club | Children will participate in a wide variety of sports and games which allow them to exercise and develop their teamwork skills whilst having fun. |
| Art Attack | Your child will engage in a range of art projects, craft and artist studies while having fun with girls & boys of their own age. |
| Multi Activity Hour | Fun filled activity hour. Your child can engage in a range of activities to include puzzles, drawing, table top activities, art etc. |
2nd – 3rd Class
| Class | Description |
| Cartoonist Class | Get ready to bring your imagination to life in our cartoon drawing class! Learn how to create awesome characters, funny expressions, and exciting scenes using simple drawing techniques. Whether you’re a beginner or already love to doodle, this class will help you build your skills while having a blast with friends. An extra €7 charge will apply for a blank comic book |
| The Drama Den | Step into the spotlight! In this fun and imaginative drama class, young performers will build confidence, teamwork and creativity through theatre games, storytelling, and character play. |
| STEAM Club (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths) | Promotes a variety of hands-on, fun, educational STEAM activities. There will be lots of fun experiments including various projects and challenges. Children will get the opportunity to develop curiosity skills, become creative through making and designing, while also developing engineering and technology skills. There will be two STEAM Clubs and children will be randomly allocated into a class post enrolment |
| Tin Whistle Tunes | This class introduces the basics of playing the tin whistle. Students will learn proper breath control, finger positioning and simple melodies while developing listening skills and musical confidence. No previous musical experience is necessary. Pupils must bring their own tin whistle to class |
| Junior Voices (new addition to the schedule since June) | Develop early musicianship and vocal skills in an active, fun filled environment. Children will learn simple sight singing, and engage in basic aural training and early music literacy through songs, games and play. |
4th -6th Class
| Class | Description |
| Art Club | A fun, creative space where children can explore their imagination and express themselves through art! Each week, they’ll experiment with a range of materials and techniques — including painting, drawing, clay, construction, fabric and fibre, printmaking, and more. An extra €10 charge will apply for materials |
| Cards Club | Pupils will learn how to play a variety of classic and modern card games. Along the way, they’ll build critical thinking, memory and social skills—all while having a great time with friends. |
| Chess | Chess is an excellent game for kids. It teaches them strategic thinking, logic and it’s fun too! |
| Debating & Public Speaking | The skills the children will learn will enrich their cognitive and language abilities, encourage their confidence as well as being lots of fun! |
| Fun with French | Voulez-vous apprendre a parler le français? Learn basic French with fun lessons for beginners that help you stay the course learning French grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Learn all the basics to get you well on your way! Allons-y! |
| Guitar – beginners | Guitar classes, rhythm & accompaniment styles, fun melodies and songs. Please note that this is a beginner level class Children must bring their own guitar to class |
| Knitting & Sewing Club | Knitting & sewing classes from beginners to the more advanced. Children learn a fun new skill or improve what they already know. An extra €10 charge will apply for equipment and materials |
| Easy Español | A fun and friendly introduction to the Spanish language. Through games, songs, stories, and interactive activities, you’ll learn basic vocabulary, simple phrases, and essential conversational skills. |
If you have any questions or require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at
piusxparents@gmail.com.
Kind regards,
St. Pius X PA Classes Committee
St Pius X Parents Association 