Scoil Naomh Bride
Trim, Meath
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 181 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 83 girls, 98 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17947K the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naomh Bríde is a Catholic national school situated in the village of Boardsmill, Trim, Co. Meath. It welcomes children of all denominations and aims to foster the full and harmonious development of each pupil – intellectually, physically, culturally, morally and spiritually – through a balanced curriculum and a supportive learning environment. The school’s ethos is centred on community, faith and the encouragement of curiosity, creativity and resilience. The staff are described as professional and caring, promoting a positive ethos throughout the school. A strong Board of Management, an active Parents’ Association and close ties with the wider Boardsmill community underpin the school’s collaborative spirit. Regular initiatives, events and communication keep families informed and involved, reinforcing the school’s role as a focal point for the local area. Over the years the school has expanded with several extensions, providing modern classrooms and facilities that cater for a current enrolment of around 194 pupils. These developments support a broad range of activities, from academic learning to sport and cultural programmes, ensuring that students have access to a well‑rounded education in a safe and welcoming setting.
History
Scoil Naomh Bríde traces its origins to two hedge‑schools in Kilmurray and Dalystown. In 1838 a local committee secured permission from the Commissioners of Education to build a school, which opened in 1840 as Batterstown School under teacher Patrick McCann, initially educating up to 100 boys and girls together. A separate girls’ room was later added. Work on the present site began in 1953 and the new building was officially opened on 4 October 1954 by Minister for Education Richard Mulcahy, with Taoiseach J.A. Costello in attendance. The school received roll number 17947K and, under principal Peadar Lehane, enrolled about 60 pupils; today the roll stands at approximately 194, with several extensions enhancing the facilities.
Applying to Scoil Naomh Bride
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 Bride. 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 Bride
How many pupils attend Scoil Naomh Bride?
Scoil Naomh Bride has 181 pupils enrolled, 83 girls and 98 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Naomh Bride a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Naomh Bride 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 Bride?
Scoil Naomh Bride has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.