Wicklow Educate Together National School
Wicklow Town, Wicklow
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 377 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 160 girls, 217 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20178G the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Wicklow Educate Together National School is a co‑educational, child‑centred primary school operating under the Educate Together patronage. Its ethos is built on four pillars – equality, child‑centred learning, democratic participation and co‑education – and the school’s mission, “No Child is an Outsider”, guides all teaching and learning activities. The curriculum is delivered in a supportive environment that encourages pupils to develop academically, socially and emotionally while respecting diversity and fostering inclusive values. The school occupies a purpose‑built campus on Hawkstown Road, opened in 2016, and is organised as a vertical structure with two classes at each level. In addition to mainstream provision, the school offers three specialised classes for autistic children, reflecting its commitment to meeting a wide range of educational needs. Facilities include dedicated learning spaces, outdoor play areas and resources that support both the standard curriculum and specialised programmes, ensuring a well‑rounded experience for all pupils.
History
Founded in 2003, Wicklow Educate Together National School moved into its purpose‑built premises on Hawkstown Road in 2016, expanding to accommodate a vertical class structure and specialised provision for autistic learners.
Applying to Wicklow 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 Wicklow 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 Wicklow Educate Together National School
How many pupils attend Wicklow Educate Together National School?
Wicklow Educate Together National School has 377 pupils enrolled, 160 girls and 217 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Wicklow Educate Together National School a DEIS school?
No. Wicklow 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 Wicklow Educate Together National School?
Wicklow Educate Together National School has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed primary school.