Scoil Ui Mhuiri
Dunleer, Louth
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 644 larger than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 309 girls, 335 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 71780G the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Uí Mhuirí is a co‑educational secondary school that combines a strong academic programme with a vibrant extracurricular ethos. The curriculum is supported by dedicated resources for state examinations, a specialised cyber‑security module and a comprehensive DEIS (Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools) plan that underpins inclusive practice and targeted support for disadvantaged learners. The school’s virtual tour showcases modern classrooms, science laboratories and specialist workshops that enable students to engage in enterprise projects, advanced manufacturing and technology‑focused activities. Beyond the classroom, Scoil Uí Mhuirí places a high priority on achievement in sport, the arts and enterprise. Recent successes include regional championships in boxing and rugby, national awards in the Louth Student Enterprise competition and representation of Ireland at international sporting events. A robust calendar of newsletters, open nights and community events keeps families informed, while the school’s active social‑media presence provides further insight into student life. The combination of academic rigour, state‑of‑the‑art facilities and a thriving extracurricular programme creates a well‑rounded environment that prepares pupils for further education and future careers.
Applying to Scoil Ui Mhuiri
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 post-primary school dates apply broadly to Scoil Ui Mhuiri. 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: Mon 15 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027 (primary schools: Thu 18 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 Ui Mhuiri
How many pupils attend Scoil Ui Mhuiri?
Scoil Ui Mhuiri has 644 pupils enrolled, 309 girls and 335 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Scoil Ui Mhuiri a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Ui Mhuiri 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 Ui Mhuiri?
Scoil Ui Mhuiri has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.