Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire na mBraithre
Tralee, Kerry
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 414 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 189 girls, 225 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18247K the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
CBS Primary Tralee is a co‑educational primary school serving boys and girls from Junior Infants (aged 4‑5) through to 6th Class (aged 12‑13). Situated in the heart of Tralee, County Kerry, the school is easily accessible to families across the town. As an Edmund Rice school, it embraces the ethos of respect for all members of the school community, irrespective of age, gender, ability, race or religious belief, and promotes an inclusive, caring environment where every child can achieve high academic standards. The school’s educational approach combines rigorous, yet achievable, academic expectations with a strong emphasis on personal development and community values. Core values are reflected in the school’s logo and underpin daily life, encouraging pupils to become confident, responsible individuals. Regular communication with parents through newsletters and updates ensures a transparent partnership, while the school’s affiliation with the wider Edmund Rice network provides additional resources and support for both pupils and families.
History
CBS Primary Tralee was originally established in the mid‑1800s to meet the educational needs of the Tralee community. In May 1855, Br Dominick McDonnell opened the school at the rear of St John’s Church with an initial enrolment of 180 boys. Shortly thereafter, two additional Brothers joined, expanding the staff to four Christian Brothers who were educating 420 boys. The school has continued to evolve, maintaining its Edmund Rice foundation and serving the local population to the present day.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire na mBraithre
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 Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire na mBraithre. 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 Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire na mBraithre
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire na mBraithre?
Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire na mBraithre has 414 pupils enrolled, 189 girls and 225 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire na mBraithre a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire na mBraithre 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 Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire na mBraithre?
Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire na mBraithre has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.