Woodstock Educate Together National School
Newtownmountkennedy, Wicklow
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 150 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 68 girls, 82 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20524W the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Woodstock Educate Together National School is an equality‑based, co‑educational primary school that delivers the full Department of Education National Curriculum within a child‑centred, democratically run framework. The school places equal emphasis on academic achievement and the development of the whole child, fostering communication, collaboration, creative and critical thinking skills. In addition to the core subjects of literacy (Gaeilge and English), numeracy, science, history, geography and physical education, pupils engage with the “Learn Together” Ethical Education curriculum, exploring belief systems, moral values, environmental issues and social justice. The school operates from a temporary modular campus situated opposite the Newtownmountkennedy Community Centre, providing flexible learning spaces and easy access to community facilities. A structured daily timetable balances literacy, numeracy, motor‑skill activities and subject lessons with dedicated breaks for healthy eating, free play and social interaction. The ethos of inclusivity ensures that every child is welcomed as a full participant, with democratic processes that involve pupils, parents and staff in decision‑making, reinforcing a supportive and respectful learning environment.
History
The school opened on 29 August 2019 as Newtownmountkennedy/Kilcoole Educate Together National School, created through strong community and parental support. The name “Woodstock” was chosen to reflect the local Woodstock Stream, symbolising the connection and vitality between the Kilcoole and Newtownmountkennedy communities and referencing its appearance on the 1660 Down survey. In September 2021, with approval from the Department of Education and the patron, the Board of Management formally changed the name to Woodstock Educate Together National School.
Applying to Woodstock 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 Woodstock 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 Woodstock Educate Together National School
How many pupils attend Woodstock Educate Together National School?
Woodstock Educate Together National School has 150 pupils enrolled, 68 girls and 82 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Woodstock Educate Together National School a DEIS school?
No. Woodstock 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 Woodstock Educate Together National School?
Woodstock Educate Together National School has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed primary school.