Stratford Lodge National School
Wicklow
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 67 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 22 girls, 45 boys
- Ethos
- Church Of Ireland
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19339U the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Stratford Lodge National School is a rural primary school situated on Church Lane in Baltinglass, County Wicklow. It serves the Church of Ireland and related Protestant communities within the parish, offering a welcoming environment that reflects the ethos of the Church of Ireland. The school places a strong emphasis on the holistic development of its pupils, nurturing moral, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, physical and social growth. Core values such as honesty, charity, kindness, patience and personal responsibility are woven into everyday learning, while respect for the traditions and teachings of other faiths is actively promoted. The school fosters a close‑knit community that links management, staff, parents and pupils, encouraging collaboration and a sense of belonging. A varied programme of extracurricular activities is evident from recent news items, including choral festivals, nature walks, workshops with authors and illustrators, library sessions, and themed events such as Easter scavenger hunts and pancake relays. These activities support the curriculum and provide pupils with opportunities to explore creativity, teamwork and cultural heritage. Facilities are typical of a rural Irish primary school, providing spaces for classroom learning, a library, and outdoor areas suitable for nature‑based activities and sports. The school’s calendar and policies are readily accessible online, underscoring a transparent and organised approach to school life.
Applying to Stratford Lodge National 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.
School-published admissions links
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National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Stratford Lodge National 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 Stratford Lodge National School
How many pupils attend Stratford Lodge National School?
Stratford Lodge National School has 67 pupils enrolled, 22 girls and 45 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Stratford Lodge National School a DEIS school?
No. Stratford Lodge National School 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 Stratford Lodge National School?
Stratford Lodge National School has a Church Of Ireland ethos. It is a mixed primary school.