Scoil Mhuire
Tallow, Waterford
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 150 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 65 girls, 85 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19616U the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Tallow National School (Scoil Mhuire Tulach an Iarainn) is a mixed, Roman‑Catholic primary school serving children from Junior Infants to Sixth class. The school provides a contemporary learning environment with spacious, well‑lit classrooms designed to support interactive and inclusive teaching. Modern amenities include high‑speed broadband connectivity delivered through the Department of Education’s School Broadband Programme, part of the Irish National Recovery and Resilience Plan, ensuring that pupils have reliable access to digital resources. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusive education. It operates two Autism Spectrum Disorder (A.S.D.) classes, a dedicated Special Education provision, and an English as an Additional Language (EAL) teacher, supported by several Special Needs Assistants. Since being awarded Deis Rural status in 2022, the school offers free hot lunches to all pupils each day. These provisions, together with a focus on Catholic values under the patronage of the Bishop of Waterford and Lismore, create a supportive community that nurtures both academic achievement and personal development.
History
Scoil Mhuire, Tallow was built in 1980 to amalgamate the former boys’ and girls’ schools in the town. In September 2022 the school opened its first A.S.D. class and was granted Deis Rural status, enabling free hot lunches for all pupils. A second A.S.D. class was added in August 2025. The school also benefits from high‑speed broadband supplied under the Irish National Recovery and Resilience Plan, reflecting ongoing investment in its facilities and technology.
Applying to Scoil 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 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 Mhuire
How many pupils attend Scoil Mhuire?
Scoil Mhuire has 150 pupils enrolled, 65 girls and 85 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Mhuire a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil 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 Mhuire?
Scoil Mhuire has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.