Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire
Tagoat, Wexford
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 64 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 36 girls, 28 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17769M the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
St Mary’s National School, Tagoat, is a co‑educational primary school serving the community at the junction of Wexford town, Rosslare Harbour and Rosslare Strand. It provides education for children from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class, offering a Catholic‑based ethos that underpins its caring and inclusive environment. The school’s stated aim is to create a setting that encourages respect, trust, consideration and support, while fostering self‑esteem and a strong sense of personal worth in each pupil. The curriculum is described as flexible and responsive to the individual needs of every child, irrespective of ability, ensuring that each learner can achieve their full potential. Facilities include state‑of‑the‑art technology in every classroom and age‑appropriate play areas, supporting both academic and social development. A on‑site childcare provision, Tir Na nÓg, further extends the school’s commitment to the whole‑child approach. The staff work collaboratively as a team to guide pupils through their academic journey, integrating spiritual development with a modern learning environment. This holistic focus aims to nurture both the intellectual and spiritual growth of students, preparing them for future educational challenges while maintaining a strong community spirit.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire
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. 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
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire?
Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire has 64 pupils enrolled, 36 girls and 28 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire 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?
Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.