Scoil Naomh Eoin
Windtown, Meath
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 375 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 184 girls, 191 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20180Q the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naomh Eoin is a Catholic primary school serving families in the Navan area. Since opening its doors in 2003, the school has been guided by the motto “To Be the Best that you can Be”, fostering an environment where every child is valued, respected and encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos combines high academic expectations with a strong emphasis on emotional intelligence, encouraging pupils to think critically rather than simply memorise facts, and to question and explore ideas freely. The school prides itself on a welcoming, happy and secure setting that celebrates diversity and nurtures a strong Catholic moral ethos. Teachers are supported to engage in continuous professional development, ensuring a child‑centred curriculum delivered by up‑to‑date, high‑quality staff. Facilities support a broad range of activities, from uniform provision and book rental services to extracurricular clubs such as art, choir, film, sport and swimming, all contributing to a well‑rounded educational experience.
History
Scoil Naomh Eoin opened in 2003 as a Catholic primary school in the Navan area. From its inception, the guiding principle “To Be the Best that you can Be” has shaped its development, focusing on creating a caring, challenging environment that values diversity and promotes both academic excellence and personal growth.
Applying to Scoil Naomh Eoin
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
View Scoil Naomh Eoin's own calendar (2026/2027 school year)
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Scoil Naomh Eoin. The school publishes its own calendar, linked above, and that is the authoritative source for its reopening date and discretionary closure days.
- 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 Eoin
How many pupils attend Scoil Naomh Eoin?
Scoil Naomh Eoin has 375 pupils enrolled, 184 girls and 191 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Naomh Eoin a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Naomh Eoin is part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme called Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools. DEIS schools serve communities at risk of educational disadvantage and receive additional supports, which can include smaller classes, extra teaching posts and funding for books and meals.
What is the ethos of Scoil Naomh Eoin?
Scoil Naomh Eoin has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.