Ss Michael & St Peter Junior School
Arklow, Wicklow
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 250 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 136 girls, 114 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20470C the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Ss Michael & Peter Junior National School is a mixed‑gender primary school in Arklow serving children from Junior Infants to Second Class. The school prides itself on providing a safe, welcoming environment where every pupil is valued and encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally. A nurturing ethos underpins a rich, engaging curriculum that blends creative teaching methods with a strong focus on wellbeing, aiming to inspire curiosity, confidence and kindness in each child. Beyond the core curriculum, the school offers a vibrant programme of extracurricular activities. Pupils can take part in after‑school clubs such as yoga, as well as themed events like Maths Week, Active School Day and the Green Schools initiative, which is currently working towards its third Green Flag. These initiatives promote physical activity, environmental awareness and community spirit, reinforcing the school’s commitment to holistic development. The school’s facilities support both learning and play, with dedicated spaces for classroom instruction, active school programmes and community gatherings. Strong partnerships between home and school, together with an inclusive community ethos, ensure that families feel involved and that children experience a sense of belonging and joy in their daily school life.
Applying to Ss Michael & St Peter Junior School
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 Ss Michael & St Peter Junior School. 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 Ss Michael & St Peter Junior School
How many pupils attend Ss Michael & St Peter Junior School?
Ss Michael & St Peter Junior School has 250 pupils enrolled, 136 girls and 114 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Ss Michael & St Peter Junior School a DEIS school?
Yes. Ss Michael & St Peter Junior School 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 Ss Michael & St Peter Junior School?
Ss Michael & St Peter Junior School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.