Scoil An Spioraid Naoimh
Laytown, Meath
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 438 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 205 girls, 233 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20017F the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil an Spioraid Naoimh is a senior primary school situated in Laytown, Co. Meath, catering for children from third class upwards. The school delivers a broad, balanced curriculum that places equal emphasis on visual arts, science and life/social skills, preparing pupils for a smooth transition to post‑primary education. Its ethos, encapsulated in the mantra “Be healthy, be active, be mentally fit”, underpins a holistic approach that promotes physical wellbeing, mental resilience and active participation in all aspects of school life. In June 2025 the school moved into a new state‑of‑the‑art building, officially opened by the Minister for Education and Youth and blessed by Bishop Deenihan. The modern facilities include specialised classrooms for four autism spectrum disorder (ASD) classes, providing up to 24 places for children with special needs, and a range of resources to support inclusive learning. Community engagement is a key feature, with programmes such as internet‑safety talks delivered by the Garda Community Policing unit and a vibrant Parents Association that works closely with the Board of Management to enhance the school environment.
History
The school celebrated a momentous milestone in June 2025 when the new senior primary building was officially opened. The ceremony was attended by the Minister for Education and Youth, Helen McEntee, Bishop Deenihan, former principals, retired staff and the school community. The event marked the culmination of extensive planning and construction, delivering a modern, purpose‑built facility equipped with specialised special‑needs classrooms and a dedicated school band and choir performance.
Applying to Scoil An Spioraid Naoimh
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 An Spioraid Naoimh. 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 An Spioraid Naoimh
How many pupils attend Scoil An Spioraid Naoimh?
Scoil An Spioraid Naoimh has 438 pupils enrolled, 205 girls and 233 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil An Spioraid Naoimh a DEIS school?
No. Scoil An Spioraid Naoimh 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 Scoil An Spioraid Naoimh?
Scoil An Spioraid Naoimh has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.