Scoil Naomh Sheosaimh
Bearna, Galway
Key facts
- Gaeltacht
- Some Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 183 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 77 girls, 106 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- Some subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 13914V the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Sheosaimh is a co‑educational Catholic national school situated on Rahoon Rd in Boleybeg East, Galway. It welcomes children from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class, currently educating 249 pupils with a dedicated team of 17 staff members. The school’s ethos centres on providing a safe, happy and nurturing environment where each child is encouraged to reach their full potential and develop into a balanced, caring individual with respect for God, self, others and the wider world. The curriculum is complemented by a strong focus on holistic development through a range of school‑wide initiatives. Participation in the Active School programme, the Amber Flag environmental award, Discover Primary Science and Green Schools projects demonstrates a commitment to health, sustainability and inquiry‑based learning. A vibrant extra‑curricular offering, including sport, drama and various clubs, supports the development of confidence, teamwork and creativity beyond the classroom. Modern facilities, well‑maintained grounds and a supportive partnership with parents further enhance the learning experience, making the school a recognised centre for primary education in the Galway community.
History
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Sheosaimh was founded in 1891 and has operated continuously as a Catholic primary school serving the local area.
Applying to Scoil Naomh Sheosaimh
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 Sheosaimh. 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 Sheosaimh
How many pupils attend Scoil Naomh Sheosaimh?
Scoil Naomh Sheosaimh has 183 pupils enrolled, 77 girls and 106 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Naomh Sheosaimh a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Naomh Sheosaimh 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 Naomh Sheosaimh teach through Irish?
Partly. Scoil Naomh Sheosaimh teaches some subjects through Irish. It is also located in a Gaeltacht area.