Newtownwhite Educate Together National School

About

Newtownwhite Educate Together National School is a mainstream primary school situated just outside Ballina in County Mayo. It delivers the Irish National Primary Curriculum alongside the Learn Together Programme, an ethical education framework that integrates Moral and Spiritual, Belief and Environment strands into everyday learning. The school operates with a small, close‑knit community of three teachers, supported by a Special Education Teacher and Special Needs Assistants, ensuring that every child receives personalised attention and inclusive support. The ethos of the school places children at the centre of education: pupils are known by their first names, there is no school uniform, and a vibrant Student Council gives them a genuine voice in school life. Equality, democracy and community partnership are core values, with active parental involvement through a Parents Association and representation on the Board of Management. The school’s mission highlights a warm, playful atmosphere that celebrates diversity, nurtures confidence and joy, and balances academic development with wellbeing. Facilities are designed to foster participatory engagement and intellectual growth, with resources that accommodate both mainstream and special educational needs. The school’s commitment to kindness, inclusion and a holistic approach to learning creates a safe, welcoming environment where every child can thrive.