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School Details
About
Scoil Eoin is a vibrant primary school in Ballincollig that welcomes around 460 pupils. The school’s ethos centres on enabling every child to reach their full potential through creative and critical thinking, effective communication and cooperative learning. A strong emphasis is placed on continuous learning, with the Aistear Programme integrating play‑based discovery as a core element of each child’s development. The school prides itself on a modern, well‑equipped playground that supports both physical activity and outdoor learning. Environmental stewardship is a hallmark of the community, highlighted by Scoil Eoin’s achievement of a 20/20 Vision Green Flag and its ongoing pursuit of a ninth Green Flag for waste reduction and sustainability. A collaborative partnership between parents and staff underpins a caring, safe environment where each child’s individual talents are nurtured and their wellbeing is the foremost priority.
History
Scoil Eoin was founded in 1862 as the first primary school in Ballincollig. Since its establishment, the school has grown to accommodate 460 pupils and has maintained a long tradition of providing high‑quality educational practice and opportunity for boys in the area.