Glenealy 1 National School
Wicklow
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 116 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 51 girls, 65 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 00984V the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Joseph’s National School is a small, community‑focused primary school situated in the heart of Glenealy, County Wicklow. The school prides itself on providing a positive and welcoming learning environment, emphasising close ties with the local parish, families and the wider village. A dedicated teaching team works to nurture each child’s development, fostering both academic progress and personal growth. The ethos centres on collaboration with parents and the community, encouraging active participation and support. The school aims to showcase the children’s achievements daily, offering a transparent resource for current families and prospective parents. With places currently available for enrolment, the school is preparing for the 2026‑27 intake, reflecting its commitment to accommodating new families and maintaining a vibrant student body. Facilities include an outdoor classroom and dedicated spaces for school activities, supporting a varied curriculum that balances classroom learning with experiential opportunities. The school calendar highlights holidays and extracurricular events, reinforcing a well‑rounded educational experience that values both learning and community involvement.
Applying to Glenealy 1 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 Glenealy 1 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 Glenealy 1 National School
How many pupils attend Glenealy 1 National School?
Glenealy 1 National School has 116 pupils enrolled, 51 girls and 65 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Glenealy 1 National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Glenealy 1 National School 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.
What is the ethos of Glenealy 1 National School?
Glenealy 1 National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.