'Truly sad day' as Galway school issues closure update

The facility at Scoil Mhuire in Clarinbridge will cease operation from August 2027 thanking each parent of the kids who have passed through the doors since they first opened in September 2010.

Until then though it will be business as usual for the facility who promise plenty more fun and memories before next August.

Samantha and all the team at Clarinbridge Montessori and Afterschool said: “After 16 wonderful years at Scoil Mhuire, Clarinbridge, we will be finishing up our Montessori and Afterschool Childcare services at the school in August 2027.

“Since opening our doors in September 2010, we've had the pleasure of caring for so many children and getting to know so many lovely families along the way. Thank you to all of you for trusting us with your precious children and supporting our local business.

“We're incredibly grateful to everyone who has supported us over the years and to our wonderful staff, past and present, who have helped make our service what it is today.

“For now, it's business as usual, and we still have plenty of fun, laughter and lovely memories to make together before August 2027.”

One upset local said: “A truly sad day for Clarinbridge. Losing the only local Montessori, Breakfast Club, and afterschool wrap around services, is a massive blow to the community and its neighbouring parishes, and to the Early Years Education Sector, easing the transition of pupils to primary school, in the area.

“Since 2010 the amazing owner Samantha and her wonderful , dedicated and caring staff , who have poured their hearts and souls into caring for, and teaching the early years children. It is devastating to see such a vital local amenity and a wonderful team being pushed out. Thank you for everything you have done for the families—you leave behind an incredible legacy.”