Sceal Cú Abú

Gaelscoil Chill Dara & Micheál O’Muircheartaigh meet Cú Abú

The excited pupils and staff of Gaelscoil Chill Dara were introduced to the school’s new canine friend, a greyhound named Cú Abú on Tuesday May 10th 2016. Legendary Irish broadcaster Micheál O’Muircheartaigh also attended, explaining the project to the pupils and sharing his experience of greyhound ownership. One of the aims of the project is to communicate through Irish where possible, and Micheál spoke in his native tongue to the pupils throughout.



Dublin Coach are sponsoring the greyhound for The Gaelscoil, located on the Curragh, and will work in partnership with GAIN, Newbridge Veterinary Clinic and Newbridge Greyhound Stadium over the coming year. Cu Abu will become a mascot for the school, providing an opportunity for learning about animal ownership and rearing, and helping the school’s fundraising efforts through prize money and a fundraising night at Newbridge Greyhound Stadium.

The greyhound is in training with Michael Murphy in Kildare and with the help of Dublin Coach all of the pupils were transported to his home for their first meeting with Cu Abu. The female greyhound is expected to kick-start her racing career in June 2016.


Michael Murphy will work closely with the students of Gaelscoil Chill Dara to ensure the children have a hands-on experience on what is involved in owning and training a greyhound. Newbridge Veterinary Clinic will be providing free vet care for Cu Abu, and GAIN Greyhound Feeds are donating their feeds to satisfy her nutritional needs.

The Parents Association at Gaelscoil Chill Dara are heavily involved in the project and are busily preparing for a fundraising night at Newbridge Greyhound Stadium this summer. Details are yet to be announced but it is hoped that all pupils and their families will support the night, which promises something for all the family.