Gaelscoil Bheanntrai
Beanntraí, Cork
Key facts
- Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 119 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 56 girls, 63 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- All subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20001N the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Gaelscoil Bheanntraí is a co‑educational Irish‑medium primary school operating under the patronage of the Bishop of Cork and Ross. The school follows the Irish Primary Curriculum as set out by the Department of Education and Skills, with Irish used as the language of instruction for all subjects. Its educational philosophy places equal emphasis on the academic, physical, emotional and spiritual development of each child, delivering a whole‑child approach that nurtures both learning and the rich cultural heritage of the Irish language. The school’s premises are purpose‑built to be child‑friendly and multi‑functional, equipped with the latest classroom technology to support modern teaching methods. A notable feature is the dedicated Autism Room, opened in 2023, which provides specialised support for pupils with autism spectrum disorder and underpins the school’s inclusive ethos. Facilities also include well‑resourced classrooms for junior infants and a range of spaces for sport, music, science and the arts, ensuring a balanced programme of academic and extracurricular activities. Gaelscoil Bheanntraí maintains strong links with the local community, offering regular updates via its website, school calendar and social‑media channels. The school welcomes new families each year, providing enrolment forms for junior infants and the specialised ASD class, and promotes active parental involvement through its Parents’ Association and various school events.
History
Gaelscoil Bheanntraí operates under the patronage of the Bishop of Cork and Ross and follows the national Irish Primary Curriculum. In mid‑September 2023 the school introduced a dedicated Autism Room and a special ASD classroom, expanding its provision for inclusive education. These developments reflect the school’s ongoing commitment to offering a high‑quality, Irish‑medium education that supports the whole child and celebrates Gaelic culture.
Applying to Gaelscoil Bheanntrai
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 Gaelscoil Bheanntrai. 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 Gaelscoil Bheanntrai
How many pupils attend Gaelscoil Bheanntrai?
Gaelscoil Bheanntrai has 119 pupils enrolled, 56 girls and 63 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Gaelscoil Bheanntrai a DEIS school?
No. Gaelscoil Bheanntrai 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.
Does Gaelscoil Bheanntrai teach through Irish?
Yes. Gaelscoil Bheanntrai teaches all subjects through Irish.