Gaelscoil Ui Cheadaigh
Bré, Wicklow
Key facts
- Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 166 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 76 girls, 90 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- All subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20016D the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Gaelscoil Uí Chéadaigh is a fully Irish‑medium primary school situated on Bóthar Vevay in Bré, County Cill Mhaontáin. The school places the Irish language at the heart of its curriculum, fostering a bilingual environment where pupils develop fluency alongside a strong cultural identity. Learning is underpinned by modern pedagogical approaches, including the use of tablets and innovative teaching methods that promote active, student‑centred enquiry. A holistic ethos guides the school, encouraging progress not only in academic subjects such as mathematics, science and the humanities, but also in sport, music, and the arts, thereby supporting the overall well‑being and personal growth of each child. The school’s facilities reflect its commitment to contemporary education. A state‑of‑the‑art building, completed in 2011 after a major renovation of the original structure, provides spacious classrooms, specialist areas for technology and creative subjects, and ample outdoor space for physical activity. The environment is designed to be welcoming and inclusive, with a strong emphasis on mutual respect and community spirit, creating a supportive setting for pupils to thrive academically and socially.
History
Gaelscoil Uí Chéadaigh was established in 1995 as an all‑Irish primary school. In 2011 the school moved into a newly constructed building, with the older section of the premises renovated at the same time, enhancing its capacity and modernising its facilities.
Applying to Gaelscoil Ui Cheadaigh
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.
School-published admissions links
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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 Gaelscoil Ui Cheadaigh. 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 Ui Cheadaigh
How many pupils attend Gaelscoil Ui Cheadaigh?
Gaelscoil Ui Cheadaigh has 166 pupils enrolled, 76 girls and 90 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Gaelscoil Ui Cheadaigh a DEIS school?
No. Gaelscoil Ui Cheadaigh 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 Ui Cheadaigh teach through Irish?
Yes. Gaelscoil Ui Cheadaigh teaches all subjects through Irish.