St Joseph's National School Valleymount

About

St Joseph’s National School, Valleymount, is a vibrant primary school serving the local community in County Wicklow. The school provides a caring, child‑centred learning environment that follows the Irish Primary Curriculum, fostering both academic achievement and personal development. Classrooms are equipped with modern teaching resources, and the school places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, utilising the surrounding countryside for physical education and environmental projects. The school actively promotes sustainability and health through its Green Schools Committee, which organises initiatives such as Clean Air Week and encourages the community to adopt a no‑idling pledge. A rich programme of extracurricular activities includes annual cross‑country trials, drumming workshops, and cultural outings such as visits to international sheep‑dog trials, reflecting a commitment to holistic education. Regular events and projects for senior infants, 5th and 6th classes, and whole‑school celebrations further enhance pupils’ social skills and sense of belonging.