Tipperary Junior Bn S
Tipperary
Key facts
- DEIS
- Boys
- Pupils enrolled
- 107 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 01285A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Michael’s Junior Boys School is a Catholic primary school in Tipperary Town that provides a nurturing, co‑operative and respectful environment for boys aged four to seven. The school’s ethos places the child at the centre of learning, promoting a happy, safe and inclusive atmosphere where self‑esteem and positive attitudes to learning are actively developed. Over the three years of Junior Infants, Senior Infants and First Class, pupils experience a broad curriculum that includes sport, music, drama and art, alongside a strong focus on personal wellbeing, healthy eating and anti‑bullying education through the S.P.H.E programme. The school benefits from DEIS Urban Band 1 status, granting additional resources such as the School Completion Programme, School Meals Scheme and extra staffing to support pupils with additional needs. A dedicated Special Needs Assistant team and an EAL (English as an Additional Language) provision ensure that all children receive tailored support. Uniform guidelines, clear daily timetables and a structured admission/dismissal routine contribute to a well‑ordered learning environment, while strong partnerships with parents, the wider community and other schools reinforce the school’s commitment to holistic development.
Applying to Tipperary Junior Bn S
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 Tipperary Junior Bn S. 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 Tipperary Junior Bn S
How many pupils attend Tipperary Junior Bn S?
Tipperary Junior Bn S has 107 pupils enrolled. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Tipperary Junior Bn S a DEIS school?
Yes. Tipperary Junior Bn S 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 Tipperary Junior Bn S?
Tipperary Junior Bn S has a Catholic ethos. It is a boys' primary school.