Glebe National School
Wicklow Town, Wicklow
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 210 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 98 girls, 112 boys
- Ethos
- Church Of Ireland
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 14398L the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Glebe National School is a co‑educational primary school located on Church Hill in the historic town of Wicklow. Managed by the Church of Ireland, the school places a strong emphasis on delivering a well‑rounded basic education underpinned by solid moral values. Its vision is to equip pupils with the knowledge, skills and character required to thrive in society and to progress confidently into further education. The school promotes a happy, safe and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. Learning is approached holistically, with a focus on both academic achievement and personal development, and the school works closely with parents and the wider community to support each pupil’s all‑round growth. A dedicated staff team provides consistent cooperation and commitment, ensuring that the educational experience is both nurturing and challenging. Key features include a strong partnership ethos, a clear moral framework, and a commitment to fostering curiosity and resilience in young learners. The school’s facilities support a variety of activities, reinforcing its aim to develop well‑balanced individuals ready for the demands of modern life.
Applying to Glebe National School
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 Glebe National School. 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 Glebe National School
How many pupils attend Glebe National School?
Glebe National School has 210 pupils enrolled, 98 girls and 112 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Glebe National School a DEIS school?
No. Glebe National School 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.
What is the ethos of Glebe National School?
Glebe National School has a Church Of Ireland ethos. It is a mixed primary school.