Boher National School
Streamstown, Westmeath
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 18 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 6 girls, 12 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17236A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Boher National School is a small, rural primary school situated in the village of Boher, County Westmeath, serving children from Junior Infants through to the 6th class. The school places a strong emphasis on a nurturing, community‑focused ethos, encouraging pupils to develop academically, socially and creatively within a supportive environment. A broad curriculum is complemented by a range of extracurricular activities, including swimming, football, soccer, drama and music, which aim to foster confidence, teamwork and a love of the arts and sport. The school benefits from its close‑knit locality, with easy access to the local community hall and surrounding open spaces that support outdoor learning and physical education. Modern health and safety standards are upheld through a dedicated Covid‑19 policy, and the school’s mission and ethos are articulated in its online resources for parents and guardians. Boher NS actively engages families through regular newsletters, a school calendar, and a variety of parent‑focused policies, ensuring transparent communication and a collaborative approach to each child’s education.
History
The name “Boher” derives from the Irish word *bóthar* meaning “road”, and the settlement first appeared on a map in 1911 where the local school was recorded. The village’s rich heritage includes historic sites such as the Royal Uisneach, St Brigid’s association, St Patrick’s Bed, and numerous ringforts, reflecting a deep cultural backdrop that the school incorporates into its community identity.
Applying to Boher National School
For a September 2027 place, a school's formal admissions process cannot begin before 1 October 2026. The school sets its own opening and closing dates in its annual admission notice.
School-published admissions links
These links come from the school's published admissions material. Check the school year shown before relying on dates or place numbers.
National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Boher National School. Individual schools set their own discretionary closure days, confirm exact dates with the school.
- October Mid-Term Break: Mon 26 Oct – Fri 30 Oct 2026
- Christmas Holidays: Wed 23 Dec 2026 – Tue 5 Jan 2027
- February Mid-Term Break: Thu 18 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027 (post-primary schools: Mon 15 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027)
- Easter Holidays: Mon 22 Mar – Sun 4 Apr 2027
Primary schools close for the last two days of the February mid-term week and may use discretionary days to take the full week, so their break can be shorter than post-primary schools'.
Frequently asked questions about Boher National School
How many pupils attend Boher National School?
Boher National School has 18 pupils enrolled, 6 girls and 12 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Boher National School a DEIS school?
No. Boher National School is not part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme of additional supports for schools serving communities at risk of educational disadvantage. Not holding DEIS status says nothing about how good a school is, only about the profile of the community it serves.
What is the ethos of Boher National School?
Boher National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.