Wexford Educate Together National School
Clonard, Wexford
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 191 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 86 girls, 105 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20333P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Wexford Educate Together National School is a co‑educational, inclusive primary school situated in Whitemill, Clonard, County Wexford. The school provides a safe, democratic learning environment where children are encouraged to develop their gifts and reach their full potential. Its ethos is founded on equality, respect and child‑centred practice, with pupils actively involved in decision‑making and school life. A strong emphasis is placed on wellbeing and nurturing, supported by a comprehensive Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE) programme, the Nurture Schools initiative, a Homework Club and a dedicated Sunshine Class for children with additional needs. The curriculum is enriched by a range of extracurricular activities and partnerships. Pupils benefit from a vibrant programme that includes Music Generation, Green Schools, Amber Flag, Student Council, Sing Out Loud, Language Connect and Cycle Right. Physical education is enhanced through GAA training in hurling and football, rugby sessions, dance and yoga. The school has been recognised for excellence in the teaching of science, maths and literacy, and its community spirit is reinforced by active parental involvement in literacy, numeracy stations, the school garden and experiential learning opportunities. Since opening, the school has grown from a modest roll of 20 pupils to over 210 enrolled in 2024, reflecting its reputation as a thriving, inclusive centre of learning that celebrates cultural diversity and prepares children to become caring, active members of society.
History
The Department of Education & Skills approved the establishment of a new Educate Together school in Wexford in April 2008, making it the county’s second school of this model. Wexford Educate Together National School opened in August 2008, initially catering for Junior Infants to second class and located at St Mary’s Summerhill, Clonard. In September 2010 the school moved to its current site in Whitemill, Clonard, and achieved full primary school recognition in 2011 after meeting all Department criteria. Enrolment has expanded from 20 pupils at launch to over 210 pupils in 2024.
Applying to Wexford Educate Together 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.
National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Wexford Educate Together 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 Wexford Educate Together National School
How many pupils attend Wexford Educate Together National School?
Wexford Educate Together National School has 191 pupils enrolled, 86 girls and 105 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Wexford Educate Together National School a DEIS school?
No. Wexford Educate Together 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 Wexford Educate Together National School?
Wexford Educate Together National School has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed primary school.