Bunscoil Loreto
Gorey, Wexford
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 665 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 336 girls, 329 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16145P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Bunscoil Loreto, situated in Gorey, presents a vibrant primary‑school environment that blends strong community values with a broad curriculum. The school is supported by the Loreto sisters, St Michael’s parish, a diligent Board of Management and an active parent body, all of which contribute to a nurturing atmosphere where pupils are placed at the centre of every activity. The ethos is built on the principles of love, freedom, justice, sincerity and joy, encouraging children to feel accepted, to take appropriate responsibility and to develop spiritually, intellectually and physically. The educational approach recognises the individual potential of each child and promotes collaborative working between staff, parents, students and the management team for the common good. A wide range of extra‑curricular provision underpins this philosophy, including a robust sports programme (hurling, cricket, football and the Rackard League), a thriving music department (orchestra, choir and traditional Irish singing), and initiatives such as the School of Sanctuary, Green Schools and active‑schools projects. These opportunities aim to develop confidence, creativity and a sense of belonging while reinforcing the school’s commitment to holistic development.
Applying to Bunscoil Loreto
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 Bunscoil Loreto. 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 Bunscoil Loreto
How many pupils attend Bunscoil Loreto?
Bunscoil Loreto has 665 pupils enrolled, 336 girls and 329 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Bunscoil Loreto a DEIS school?
No. Bunscoil Loreto 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 Bunscoil Loreto?
Bunscoil Loreto has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.