Scoil Náisiúnta An Garrain Bhain
Dungarvan, Waterford
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 225 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 113 girls, 112 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17159I the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Garranbane National School is a mixed‑gender Catholic primary school that aims to provide a structured, caring and secure environment for its pupils. The curriculum is designed to meet the intellectual, spiritual, physical, moral and cultural needs of children, while also recognising and respecting other faiths. Emphasis is placed on fostering self‑esteem, responsibility and respect for people and property, and the school actively promotes gender equity among both staff and students. Irish language use is encouraged, and a strong ethos of community involvement is evident through a vibrant Parents Association and regular fundraising events such as the weekly Card Night. The school supports the professional development of its staff through dedicated programmes and encourages close home‑school links, inviting parents to participate in the life of the school. Safety and wellbeing are prioritised: supervision begins at 8.30 am, insurance coverage starts at that time, and clear guidance is given to parents regarding drop‑off and pick‑up procedures and parking arrangements. Uniform standards and a well‑maintained campus contribute to a cohesive and welcoming atmosphere for learners and families alike.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta An Garrain Bhain
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 An Garrain Bhain. 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 An Garrain Bhain
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta An Garrain Bhain?
Scoil Náisiúnta An Garrain Bhain has 225 pupils enrolled, 113 girls and 112 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta An Garrain Bhain a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta An Garrain Bhain 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 Náisiúnta An Garrain Bhain?
Scoil Náisiúnta An Garrain Bhain has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.