Scoil Naomh Aine
New Ross, Wexford
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 159 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 77 girls, 82 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16023B the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naomh Áine is a Catholic primary school situated in Rathgarogue, New Ross, County Wexford. Operating under the patronage of the Bishop of Ferns, the school embraces a Catholic ethos while welcoming children of all denominations, fostering an inclusive community centred on respect and shared values. Its educational philosophy prioritises the holistic development of each pupil, encouraging the acquisition of Christian values, self‑esteem, and a love of learning within a supportive and caring environment. The curriculum follows the Revised Primary School Curriculum, aiming to develop children socially, intellectually, morally and culturally, and to prepare them for lifelong learning and further education. Beyond the classroom, Scoil Naomh Áine offers a vibrant programme of extracurricular activities and events that enrich pupil life. Annual celebrations such as the Whole‑School Christmas Walk, Europe Day, Halloween Dress‑Up Day and a range of sports including rounders, GAA and FAI Primary competitions provide opportunities for teamwork, creativity and community engagement. The active Student Council and Well‑being Committee organise fundraisers, design competitions and wellbeing initiatives, reinforcing a strong sense of belonging and civic responsibility among the students.
History
The school marked the celebration of 50 years of service by its Board of Management, indicating a half‑century of continuous operation and community involvement. No dedicated History page is provided, so further historical details are not available.
Applying to Scoil Naomh Aine
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 Naomh Aine. 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 Naomh Aine
How many pupils attend Scoil Naomh Aine?
Scoil Naomh Aine has 159 pupils enrolled, 77 girls and 82 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Naomh Aine a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Naomh Aine 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 Naomh Aine?
Scoil Naomh Aine has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.