Ballynacargy Mixed National School

About

St. Brigid’s National School, Ballynacargy, is a mixed primary school situated in Moranstown, Ballynacarrigy, Co. Westmeath. The school welcomes parents and guardians to a vibrant learning community that blends traditional Irish values with contemporary educational practice. Its website highlights a busy school life, offering insight into a curriculum that balances academic learning with cultural and sporting activities. The school follows the Irish Primary Curriculum, placing particular emphasis on hands‑on STEM experiences, as demonstrated by a recent workshop exploring magnets and electricity. Creative subjects are also prioritised, with resources such as a Visual Arts curriculum evaluation available to parents. Irish language is woven throughout school communication, reflecting a commitment to bilingual development. Extra‑curricular provision includes hurling training with the local Aran club, reinforcing physical education and community partnership. Facilities support a broad programme of learning: dedicated spaces for STEM investigations, areas for artistic creation, and access to sports fields for hurling sessions. The school participates in the “Active Schools” initiative, promoting health and wellbeing, and provides up‑to‑date information on the new Primary Curriculum, health alerts, and attendance policies through downloadable PDFs for families.