St Ursula's Primary School
Waterford
Key facts
- DEIS
- Girls
- Pupils enrolled
- 620 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 12535I the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Ursula’s Primary School is a co‑educational, Catholic‑ethos primary school situated in the Ursuline Convent on Ballytruckle, Waterford. The school presents itself as a friendly, inclusive and welcoming environment where pupils are encouraged to enjoy learning and to develop their full potential. Central to its ethos is the Ursuline mission “to inspire others to reach their potential while treating everyone with dignity and respect”, which underpins daily practice and the school’s emphasis on student wellbeing, respect and community spirit. The learning environment is supported by a dedicated team of staff who prioritise a caring atmosphere and a fun, engaging curriculum. Modern facilities include high‑speed broadband connectivity provided through the Department of Education School Broadband Programme, ensuring that digital resources are readily available for both teaching and extracurricular activities. The school also promotes a range of enrichment opportunities, from STEM projects to wellbeing initiatives, reflecting a holistic approach to education that balances academic achievement with personal development.
Applying to St Ursula's Primary 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 St Ursula's Primary 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 St Ursula's Primary School
How many pupils attend St Ursula's Primary School?
St Ursula's Primary School has 620 pupils enrolled. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Ursula's Primary School a DEIS school?
Yes. St Ursula's Primary 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 St Ursula's Primary School?
St Ursula's Primary School has a Catholic ethos. It is a girls' primary school.