Gaelscoil Ui Riada
Wilton, Cork
Key facts
- Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 254 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 120 girls, 134 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- All subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19852J the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Gaelscoil Uí Riada is an Irish‑medium primary school situated in the Wilton area of Cork city. Established in 1984, the school now educates around 259 pupils and employs a dedicated team of 16 staff members. It offers a vibrant, child‑centred learning environment where the Irish language is the medium of instruction, fostering both linguistic fluency and cultural appreciation. The school’s ethos, encapsulated in the motto “Mair go Mairir”, reflects a commitment to nurturing confident, independent learners who thrive academically and socially. The curriculum is enriched with a broad range of extracurricular activities, including sport, music, drama and various clubs, providing pupils with ample opportunities to develop talents beyond the classroom. Facilities include well‑equipped classrooms, a dedicated sports area, and specialised spaces for creative pursuits, all designed to support a stimulating and supportive atmosphere. Gaelscoil Uí Riada aims to create a warm, inclusive community where children feel safe to explore, express themselves and grow in confidence through the rich medium of the Irish language.
History
Gaelscoil Uí Riada was founded in 1984 in the Wilton district of Cork and has grown steadily over four decades. In October 2024 the school celebrated its 40th anniversary, marking a milestone of continuous service to the local community. Throughout its history the school has maintained a focus on providing high‑quality Irish‑medium education in a nurturing environment, expanding its pupil roll and staff numbers while preserving its core values and commitment to cultural heritage.
Applying to Gaelscoil Ui Riada
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 Ui Riada. 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 Riada
How many pupils attend Gaelscoil Ui Riada?
Gaelscoil Ui Riada has 254 pupils enrolled, 120 girls and 134 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Gaelscoil Ui Riada a DEIS school?
No. Gaelscoil Ui Riada 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 Riada teach through Irish?
Yes. Gaelscoil Ui Riada teaches all subjects through Irish.