Scoil Náisiúnta Eoin Baiste
Lios Póil, Kerry
Key facts
- Gaeltacht
- Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 112 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 55 girls, 57 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- All subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19986H the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Naomh Eoin Baiste is a Roman Catholic primary school situated in the tranquil garden of Garraí na dTor, Lios Póil, Co. Kerry (V92 CX51). The school’s ethos is founded on the belief that learning lies at the centre of a child’s life, and it places a strong emphasis on the holistic development of each pupil. Teaching is directed towards nurturing intellectual, physical, cultural, moral and spiritual growth, fostering confidence and competence for life beyond the classroom. The learning environment is described as attractive and peaceful, providing a safe and welcoming setting in which children can thrive. While the curriculum is delivered within a Catholic framework, the school explicitly welcomes children of all faiths and none, promoting respect for diversity and a living relationship with God and fellow people. Key features include a clear mission statement, a comprehensive code of conduct, and a range of policies that support student welfare, attendance, IT use and anti‑bullying, all of which are publicly available on the school’s website.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Eoin Baiste
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 Eoin Baiste. 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 Eoin Baiste
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Eoin Baiste?
Scoil Náisiúnta Eoin Baiste has 112 pupils enrolled, 55 girls and 57 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Eoin Baiste a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Eoin Baiste 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.
Does Scoil Náisiúnta Eoin Baiste teach through Irish?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Eoin Baiste teaches all subjects through Irish. It is also located in a Gaeltacht area.