S N COLMCILLE
School Details
About
Scoil Colmcille, Skryne, is a vibrant national school serving the local community of Skryne, Tara and the surrounding countryside in County Meath. The school prides itself on providing a holistic, inclusive education where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally in a caring and fun environment. A strong partnership exists between pupils, teaching and non‑teaching staff, parents, the parents’ association and the board of management, all working together to nurture curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. The present school building, opened in 2004, offers modern classrooms and dedicated spaces for reading, science and creative activities, supporting a broad curriculum that includes buddy‑reading schemes, science weeks and cultural projects such as the B’ Cinéalta programme. The school also promotes responsible use of technology through a voluntary smartphone and social‑media code, and provides a range of online resources for parents and pupils, reinforcing its commitment to a forward‑looking, community‑centred educational experience.
History
The original school on the site dates back to the latter part of the nineteenth century and consisted of a modest two‑roomed building with a pit toilet and a basement used for teachers’ ponies and later as a bicycle store. In 1946 a new, model school – the first of its design in County Meath – was erected across the road under the guidance of Father Cooney. This building served the community until 2004, when it was replaced by the current purpose‑built facility. The school’s heritage is intertwined with the rich monastic history of Skryne, where St Colmcille’s shrine was housed from the sixth century, and the area’s medieval connections to the de Feypo family and Norman settlement.