Brittas Bay Mixed National School
Brittas Bay, Wicklow
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 129 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 54 girls, 75 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 11372B the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Brittas Bay National School is a mixed, community‑focused primary school situated in Ballinacarrig, Brittas Bay, County Wicklow. The school describes itself as a happy, safe and inclusive environment where the highest standards of education are delivered through a child‑centred approach. Emphasis is placed on building happiness, confidence and resilience, while nurturing academic, social, emotional and spiritual development. The curriculum is fully aligned with current national guidelines and is enriched by a wide range of extracurricular activities, including rugby coaching, music generation classes, drama, and regular educational trips. A strong commitment to environmental stewardship is evident through its Green School programme, and wellbeing is supported by a dedicated Wellbeing Committee. The school’s facilities support a holistic learning experience, offering modern classrooms, a music and drama suite, and outdoor spaces suitable for sport and play. Collaborative projects and community events, such as visits from Dáil Éireann Oireachtas representatives, further enhance pupils’ learning beyond the classroom. The ethos promotes a friendly atmosphere and a tradition of high academic achievement, aiming to prepare children for lifelong learning and active citizenship.
Applying to Brittas Bay Mixed 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.
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National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Brittas Bay Mixed 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 Brittas Bay Mixed National School
How many pupils attend Brittas Bay Mixed National School?
Brittas Bay Mixed National School has 129 pupils enrolled, 54 girls and 75 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Brittas Bay Mixed National School a DEIS school?
No. Brittas Bay Mixed 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 Brittas Bay Mixed National School?
Brittas Bay Mixed National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.