Gaelscoil Eois
Cluain Éois, Monaghan
Key facts
- DEIS
- Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 126 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 65 girls, 61 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- All subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20055N the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Gaelscoil Eois is a primary‑level Irish‑medium school situated in Cluain Eois, County Meath. The school’s ethos places the Irish language and culture at the centre of learning, offering a warm, inclusive and stimulating environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally through Irish. Teaching is child‑centred, with a strong emphasis on creativity, curiosity and the nurturing of each child’s individual strengths, preparing confident, kind and capable young people. The school works closely with families and the local community to foster a vibrant, learning‑rich community. A range of extracurricular activities enrich the curriculum, including a chess tournament held in the school hall and regular cultural events such as the annual Senior Parents’ Day. Facilities include dedicated classroom spaces for the junior classes, a multipurpose hall for assemblies and competitions, and a preschool (Naíonra Eois) that provides early‑years immersion in Irish. The school’s calendar reflects a balanced programme of academic instruction, cultural celebrations and mid‑term breaks, supporting a holistic approach to education.
Applying to Gaelscoil Eois
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 Eois. 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 Eois
How many pupils attend Gaelscoil Eois?
Gaelscoil Eois has 126 pupils enrolled, 65 girls and 61 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Gaelscoil Eois a DEIS school?
Yes. Gaelscoil Eois 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.
Does Gaelscoil Eois teach through Irish?
Yes. Gaelscoil Eois teaches all subjects through Irish.