Scoil San Eoin
Wicklow
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 37 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 19 girls, 18 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 14829M the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil San Eoin is a small, co‑educational primary school nestled in the picturesque village of Redcross, serving the surrounding rural community. Under the patronage of the Archdiocese of Dublin, the school delivers a Catholic ethos while also fostering tolerance and respect for other beliefs. A holistic approach underpins the curriculum, aiming to develop pupils intellectually, physically, culturally, creatively, morally and spiritually, and to build self‑esteem, confidence and a love of lifelong learning. The school benefits from modern, purpose‑built facilities, including two spacious classrooms, a dedicated purpose room for physical activity, group work and team teaching, as well as accessible amenities such as a disabled water‑closet and ample storage. Small class sizes enable personalised attention, encouraging pupils to develop strong social skills in a friendly, supportive environment where they are respected and valued. A wide range of extra‑curricular activities complements the academic programme, helping each child to discover and develop their talents while having fun learning. Partnership is central to school life; teachers, the Board of Management, clergy, parents and ancillary staff work collaboratively to maintain a safe, positive atmosphere. Close home‑school links and a strong sense of community ensure that every child is guided towards becoming a confident, competent individual ready to contribute to society.
History
Scoil San Eoin National School was built in 1963, replacing an earlier 1895 building, on a site donated by the Williams family in Redcross, Avoca Parish – the largest parish in the Archdiocese of Dublin. William O’Keeffe served as principal from 1973 until his retirement in 2012, after which a new principal was appointed. The school underwent a complete renovation in the summer of 2012, followed by the addition of a new classroom with disabled facilities and storage in September 2015. A further classroom extension was completed in 2019, resulting in two modern, spacious classrooms and a purpose room for varied activities.
Applying to Scoil San 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
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Scoil San Eoin. 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 San Eoin
How many pupils attend Scoil San Eoin?
Scoil San Eoin has 37 pupils enrolled, 19 girls and 18 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil San Eoin a DEIS school?
No. Scoil San Eoin 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 San Eoin?
Scoil San Eoin has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.