Midleton Educate Together National School
Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 572 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 299 girls, 273 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20336V the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Midleton Educate Together National School is a co‑educational, multi‑denominational primary school that follows the Educate Together ethos of equality, respect, and child‑centred learning. The school provides a broad, balanced curriculum that encourages pupils to develop academically, socially and emotionally, with a strong emphasis on inclusive values and community participation. Daily assemblies and a clear set of school values reinforce a supportive environment where every child is empowered to become the best version of themselves. Since moving into its purpose‑built premises in Broomfield West in August 2017, the school benefits from spacious, well‑equipped classrooms, modern learning resources and dedicated areas for creative and scientific exploration. The campus supports a vibrant school life, featuring specialised facilities for hands‑on activities such as maths and science weeks, as well as a range of extracurricular programmes that foster curiosity and collaboration. A distinctive feature of the school is the Bláthú provision – specialised classes for children with autism that promote integration with mainstream classes where appropriate. With over 580 pupils, the school community is diverse and inclusive, offering a nurturing setting where friendships are forged, learning thrives and pupils flourish in line with the school’s core values.
History
Midleton Educate Together National School opened its doors on 28 August 2008, thanks to the dedication of its patron and a start‑up group that secured its sanction. The school grew steadily and, in August 2017, moved into a new permanent building in Broomfield West, providing spacious, well‑equipped facilities to support its expanding enrolment.
Applying to Midleton Educate Together 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 Midleton Educate Together 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 Midleton Educate Together National School
How many pupils attend Midleton Educate Together National School?
Midleton Educate Together National School has 572 pupils enrolled, 299 girls and 273 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Midleton Educate Together National School a DEIS school?
No. Midleton Educate Together 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 Midleton Educate Together National School?
Midleton Educate Together National School has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed primary school.