Wicklow school’s transition year Easter fair raises more than €1,200 for Enable Ireland

Now in its fourth year, the event has become a key part of the school calendar, with TY students organising a wide range of stalls and activities designed to engage the wider community while supporting a chosen charity.

From face painting and bakery stalls to a ‘guess the mini egg’ competition and a ‘pet the bunny’ attraction, the fair offered something for all ages. Local primary schools were invited along for the day, joined by parents and guardians, as well as local TD Brian Brennan and representatives from the charity.

Held as part of Glenart College’s Ethos Week, the fair reflected the ETB core value of community, with a strong emphasis on giving back. Donations raised on the day went directly to Enable Ireland.

The Easter Fair served as the centrepiece for the week’s focus on community, reinforcing the importance of supporting others at a local level.

“A huge thanks to all the Easter Fair team, led by Ms Devitt and Ms Fleming, for all their collective efforts in organising another fantastic event. It was a really terrific way to end the term on a real high,” a school spokesperson said.

“Well done to all our Transition Year students who were brilliant representatives for our school at the variety of stalls. We were delighted to welcome local primary schools, parents/guardians and family members.”