Gaelscoil Na Ndeise
BÓTHAR CHARRAIG PHIARAIS, Waterford
Key facts
- Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 225 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 97 girls, 128 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- All subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20050D the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Gaelscoil na nDéise is a mixed‑gender, Catholic primary school that delivers the curriculum through the medium of Irish. The school caters for three distinct age groups, providing a seamless transition from early childhood to senior primary years. With a staff of thirteen teachers, the school places a strong emphasis on creating a welcoming, community‑focused atmosphere where pupils can develop both academically and socially while using Irish as the language of learning and everyday interaction. The ethos of the school centres on fostering a close‑knit environment in which every child can “get to know one another”, encouraging collaboration, respect and a shared sense of identity. Learning takes place in a modern, well‑equipped setting that supports a broad range of activities, from literacy and numeracy to creative arts and sport. The school’s online presence links to a variety of resources and partner organisations, reflecting its commitment to providing pupils with access to contemporary educational tools and cultural experiences. Gaelscoil na nDéise aims to nurture a love of the Irish language and culture while delivering the national curriculum to a high standard. By promoting an inclusive, supportive atmosphere, the school seeks to ensure that each pupil enjoys their time at school and develops the confidence to engage fully with the wider community.
Applying to Gaelscoil Na Ndeise
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 Na Ndeise. 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 Na Ndeise
How many pupils attend Gaelscoil Na Ndeise?
Gaelscoil Na Ndeise has 225 pupils enrolled, 97 girls and 128 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Gaelscoil Na Ndeise a DEIS school?
No. Gaelscoil Na Ndeise 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 Na Ndeise teach through Irish?
Yes. Gaelscoil Na Ndeise teaches all subjects through Irish.