Scoil Eoin Báiste
Kells, Meath
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 123 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 58 girls, 65 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16774A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Eoin Báiste is a vibrant primary school serving the local community from September to June. The school occupies a purpose‑built campus originally opened in 1985, replacing the former Nobber National School. It offers a range of dedicated learning spaces, including six classrooms, a general‑purpose (GP) room that doubles as a kitchen and library, a SET (Special Educational Needs) area, a sensory room, and two small offices. Outdoor facilities comprise a spacious yard, a sports pitch and a court area, providing ample room for physical education and play. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusive education, having introduced two Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) classes – Spraoi (Early Intervention) and Sonas (Junior Infants) – in September 2021. These specialist provisions reflect a commitment to supporting children with additional needs alongside mainstream teaching. Recent growth has seen the addition of a fifth mainstream teacher in 2022, and plans are under way for a new extension that will house an Early Intervention room and a SEN base, ensuring the school can continue to accommodate its expanding enrolment while preserving its generous outdoor spaces. A lively programme of extracurricular activities, newsletters, and community events complements the academic curriculum, fostering a well‑rounded experience for pupils. The school’s policies, enrolment information and calendar are readily accessible online, helping families stay informed about important dates, procedures and resources.
History
Scoil Eoin Báiste was constructed in 1985, succeeding the original Nobber National School whose building remains visible at the front of the site. Shortly after opening, a single‑classroom extension was added. The school now comprises six classrooms, a GP/kitchen/library/SET space, a sensory room, offices and storage areas. In September 2021, two ASD classes – Spraoi (Early Intervention) and Sonas (Junior Infants) – were launched, and a fifth mainstream teacher joined the staff in 2022 to meet rising pupil numbers. An upcoming extension, planned for the rear of the school, will provide an Early Intervention room and a SEN base, with a temporary prefab to accommodate students during construction.
Applying to Scoil Eoin Báiste
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 Eoin Báiste. 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 Eoin Báiste
How many pupils attend Scoil Eoin Báiste?
Scoil Eoin Báiste has 123 pupils enrolled, 58 girls and 65 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Eoin Báiste a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Eoin Báiste 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 Eoin Báiste?
Scoil Eoin Báiste has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.