The local area and Relocating
Map of the local area
For those unfamiliar with the location, the school is set between the west shore of Lough Derg and the East Clare hills. Villages such as Scariff, Mountshannon and Ballina-Killaloe are spread around the region. Limerick city is a half an hour from the school as is the bustling town Ennis. School buses serve three routes – Killaloe-Ballina, Flagmount and Mountshannon.
Many families move to the area specifically for the school. Properties to buy or rent are to be found through Green Valley Properties or Daft. The area is great for enjoying the simple pleasures of hillwalking, fishing and sailing. The lake is home to various boating clubs including the Killaloe sailing club and the Mountshannon sailing club. The villages have a strong community spirit supporting farmer’s markets and hosting an array of festivals.
Links to other local Steiner initiatives:
Mountshannon Steiner Outdoor Parent and Child Group
Brigit’s Heart is a local Steiner ethos childcare centre for children aged 6 months to 6 years. They also offer an after school programme with pick up and drop off to Raheen Wood Steiner National School.
ALFA Raheen Wood Steiner Secondary Education
Links to local organisations/clubs:
University of Limerick Activity Centre
Lakeside Hotel swimming pool and gym
Links to local festivals:
Feakle Festival of Traditional Irish Music
Raheen Wood Community National School 