Scoil Naomh Eanna
LOUGHREA, Galway
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 208 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 100 girls, 108 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18112K the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naomh Eanna is a small, co‑educational primary school situated in the village of Bullaun, County Limerick. Rooted in the Catholic tradition, the school places a strong emphasis on community, gratitude and the holistic development of each pupil. Learning is delivered through a blend of whole‑class teaching and collaborative activities, with older classes regularly partnering with younger ones for buddy‑reading, shared art projects and cross‑curricular investigations. A vibrant programme of arts, crafts, music, Irish language games and practical maths ensures that children experience a balanced curriculum that nurtures creativity, critical thinking and cultural identity. The school’s physical environment reflects its evolving history. The original three‑teacher building from 1960, complete with its characteristic water‑tower and school shed, remains the core of the campus, supplemented by a series of prefabricated classrooms added to accommodate rising enrolments. Outdoor facilities include a dedicated chess and draughts table, a spacious yard for hurling drills and other games, and ample space for science experiments such as static‑electricity projects. A new school building project is currently at an advanced stage, promising modernised learning spaces while retaining the close‑knit community spirit that defines Scoil Naomh Eanna.
History
Education in the Bullaun area dates back to Penal‑time hedge schools, notably the “Hedge Town” near Ballyara. In the mid‑19th century a school operated at Keane’s Old House, and in 1888 Bullaun National School was erected with separate boys’ and girls’ yards. When Scoil Éanna opened in 1960, the former national school became the village hall and a purpose‑built three‑teacher school was constructed, featuring a water‑tower and on‑site toilets. Enrolments hovered around 70 pupils through the 1960s‑80s, fell to 39 by 2000, then rose sharply in the early 2000s as new housing expanded the catchment area, prompting the addition of four prefabs and a formal application for a new building. The school continues to honour this legacy while looking forward to the completion of its modern facilities.
Applying to Scoil Naomh Eanna
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 Eanna. 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 Eanna
How many pupils attend Scoil Naomh Eanna?
Scoil Naomh Eanna has 208 pupils enrolled, 100 girls and 108 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Naomh Eanna a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Naomh Eanna 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 Eanna?
Scoil Naomh Eanna has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.