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Res Round-Up September 2026

News from The Hermione

1st Years settling into Res

1st Years settling into Res
Ms Diffley

Our new 1st Years received a warm welcome as they arrived and began settling into boarding life. Each girl was greeted with a little goodie bag before enjoying plenty of time to bond and get to know one another. Their first few days included a walk along the River Dodder, some fun in the playground, a trip to Dundrum Shopping Centre and, most importantly, time simply sitting, chatting and making new friends. A lovely start to their boarding journey!

A group of young girls gather in a modern, open-concept room with a mezzanine balcony above.
A large circular light fixture hangs in the foreground above a group of people sitting around a long table in a modern room with large windows overlooking a green field.
A group of young women stand together in the foreground against a backdrop of lush green trees and a small body of water.
A group of young women gather around and sit on a green merry-go-round in a park with a wooden play structure and trees in the background.
Several students and a teacher work with paper and markers at a table in a room with a dark grey sofa and colorful pillows.
Several children sit around a wooden table working with paper and markers in a room with a dark sofa in the background.
Several students sit around a light-colored table folding colorful origami paper in a bright classroom.
Students sit around a wooden table covered in colorful paper, scissors, and markers, with a classroom setting in the background.

Origami Evening

Origami Evening

Our JS students and 1st Years enjoyed a relaxing and creative evening learning the Japanese art of origami. With just a few folds of paper, the girls created some wonderful designs while learning about this traditional Japanese craft. It was a lovely evening of fun and creativity. Special thanks to Ms Semenova and TY student, Yune M (4J).

August Birthday Cake

August Birthday Cake

Each month in Res, we celebrate all the girls who have a birthday that month with a special birthday cake to share. This month’s treat was a fabulous Oreo cake, which went down very well with everyone. A big thank you to our Canteen team for arranging this lovely monthly treat for the girls.

Six young women stand behind a white counter featuring a chocolate cake, set against a background of white kitchen cabinets.
A chocolate birthday cake sits on a teal plate atop a white surface with a blurred dark background.

September Trips

Our Saturday trips are a wonderful part of life in Res, offering the girls a great mixture of fun, culture and education. With three fantastic trips already enjoyed this term, the girls have had the opportunity to explore, learn and make memories together. And there is plenty more to come!

Viking Splash

Viking Splash

For our first trip of the year, the girls had a fantastic time exploring Dublin aboard the Viking Splash tour. From roaring through the city’s historic streets to splashing into Dublin Bay, the trip was filled with laughter, fun and fascinating facts. It was a memorable adventure and a wonderfully entertaining way to discover Ireland’s capital city.

Three girls wearing horned Viking helmets sit in a yellow ride vehicle against a backdrop of dark green foliage.
Several smiling girls wearing horned Viking helmets sit in a yellow tour vehicle against a backdrop of green foliage and red flowers.
People wearing horned Viking helmets ride an open-top yellow tour bus through a city street under a cloudy sky.

Avondale Treetops

Avondale Treetops

The following weekend, the girls enjoyed a fantastic day out at Avondale Treetop Walk, exploring the beautiful woodland from high above the forest floor. The spectacular treetop walkway offered stunning views across the Wicklow countryside, with plenty of fun and laughter along the way. A wonderful day spent outdoors enjoying the fresh air and nature.

A smiling girl in a blue sweater and jeans slides down a metal tube labeled %22Treetop Walk Avondale%22 against a background of wooden structures.
A woman in a blue shirt and orange pants stands on a wooden bridge flanked by oversized colorful flower decorations, with a lush forest in the background.
A smiling woman in an Oxford sweatshirt sits inside a metal slide tube on a wooden deck with a forest walkway in the background.
A group of young women pose together on a wooden deck with a lush forest and cloudy sky in the background.
Two girls pose together under a wooden %22Treetop Walk%22 sign on a boardwalk, with autumn trees and a tall tower in the background.

Kilmainham Gaol

Kilmainham Gaol

Our most recent trip was to Kilmainham Gaol, one of Ireland’s most important historic sites. The girls learned about its role in Ireland’s struggle for independence, from the 1798 Rebellion to the Easter Rising and Civil War. They particularly enjoyed hearing the stories of the key figures imprisoned within its walls and found the visit both interesting and memorable.

A line of people stands along a metal walkway in a long, narrow corridor with yellow walls and a black iron ceiling structure.
A group of young women poses together in the courtyard of a multi-story building with tiered balconies and a glass ceiling.
A group of young women poses for a photo in the foreground against the backdrop of a large stone castle wall and lush green trees.