Scoil Náisiúnta Baile An Phiarsaigh
Drinagh, Wexford
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 238 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 122 girls, 116 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18558E the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naisiunta Baile an Phiarsaigh is a vibrant primary school situated in Piercestown, County Wexford, proudly embracing the motto “Níos fearr le chéile” – better together. The school provides a nurturing environment for children from Junior Infants through Sixth Class, with a strong emphasis on the Irish language, as demonstrated by regular performances and assemblies conducted partly in Gaeilge. A balanced curriculum combines academic learning with a rich programme of extracurricular activities, including sport competitions, community runs and cultural events that foster teamwork, confidence and a sense of belonging. The school places a high priority on inclusion and wellbeing, celebrating the contributions of Special Needs Assistants and promoting participation for all pupils in sports and community initiatives. Regular assemblies, birthday celebrations and class‑of‑the‑month recognitions help build a supportive community spirit. Facilities are utilised for a variety of events, from indoor assemblies to outdoor sports at local centres, ensuring pupils have ample opportunities to develop physically, socially and academically within a caring, collaborative setting.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Baile An Phiarsaigh
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 Baile An Phiarsaigh. 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 Baile An Phiarsaigh
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Baile An Phiarsaigh?
Scoil Náisiúnta Baile An Phiarsaigh has 238 pupils enrolled, 122 girls and 116 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Baile An Phiarsaigh a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Baile An Phiarsaigh 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 Baile An Phiarsaigh?
Scoil Náisiúnta Baile An Phiarsaigh has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.