Scoil Mhuire
Wexford
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 112 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 57 girls, 55 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19741A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Mhuire, Coolcotts is a co‑educational primary school situated in Wexford town, catering for approximately 600 pupils. The school embraces the motto *Ní Neart go Cur le Chéile* – “Together We Grow” – and positions itself as a welcoming, diverse and inclusive community where children, families, staff and the wider neighbourhood collaborate in daily learning and development. The ethos centres on nurturing each child’s individuality, fostering a supportive environment that encourages curiosity, confidence and social responsibility. The curriculum is delivered within a progressive framework that values both academic achievement and personal growth. Special provisions are available, including a dedicated Primary ASD (Rainbow) class and early‑intervention support, reflecting the school’s commitment to meeting a wide range of learning needs. Extracurricular activities such as science, technology and engineering projects, climate‑change workshops and sport are integrated to broaden pupils’ experiences beyond the classroom. Facilities are designed to be bright and cheerful, providing safe, well‑equipped spaces for teaching, play and community gatherings. The school’s inclusive approach, combined with strong parental involvement and a focus on holistic development, aims to prepare children for lifelong learning and active participation in society.
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
View Scoil Mhuire's own calendar (2026/2027 school year)
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Scoil Mhuire. The school publishes its own calendar, linked above, and that is the authoritative source for its reopening date and discretionary closure days.
- 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 112 pupils enrolled, 57 girls and 55 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Mhuire a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Mhuire 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 Mhuire?
Scoil Mhuire has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.