Bracken Educate Together National School
Balbriggan, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 375 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 175 girls, 200 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20282B the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Bracken Educate Together National School is a vibrant 23‑classroom primary school situated in Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. Operating under the Educate Together ethos, the school is committed to providing an inclusive, child‑centred education that welcomes pupils of all belief systems, races, ethnicities, cultures, genders, languages and abilities. The learning environment encourages children to explore their full range of abilities and opportunities, fostering a sense of belonging and respect for diversity. The school’s educational approach promotes the holistic development of each child through a broad and balanced curriculum. Emphasis is placed on developing independent thought, encouraging pupils to form their own views, opinions and beliefs in a safe, supportive setting. Learning is delivered democratically, with active parental participation in school life while affirming the professional role of teachers. This collaborative model aims to nurture confident, well‑rounded individuals prepared for lifelong learning.
Applying to Bracken Educate Together 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.
National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Bracken Educate Together 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 Bracken Educate Together National School
How many pupils attend Bracken Educate Together National School?
Bracken Educate Together National School has 375 pupils enrolled, 175 girls and 200 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Bracken Educate Together National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Bracken Educate Together National School is part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme called Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools. DEIS schools serve communities at risk of educational disadvantage and receive additional supports, which can include smaller classes, extra teaching posts and funding for books and meals.
What is the ethos of Bracken Educate Together National School?
Bracken Educate Together National School has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed primary school.