Scoil Bhride National School
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About
Scoil Bhríde is a mixed, DEIS Band 1 national school situated in Portlaoise, serving a vibrant community of approximately 737 pupils. The school adopts a holistic approach to education, addressing academic, emotional, physical and psychological needs, and strives to enable every child to reach their full potential. A strong emphasis is placed on inclusive learning, with a range of initiatives that support literacy, numeracy and personal development, reinforced by regular whole‑school evaluation and a comprehensive set of policies. The school benefits from a modern learning environment and is preparing for a new purpose‑built building, reflecting its commitment to providing up‑to‑date facilities. Scoil Bhríde celebrates achievement through a variety of awards programmes, including Green School and Active School recognitions, and actively participates in DEIS initiatives that promote equity and inclusion across the curriculum. Parents and the wider community are encouraged to engage through a dedicated home‑school liaison service, fostering strong partnerships that support student wellbeing and success.
History
The school is currently undertaking a School History Project to commemorate its development to date, coinciding with the forthcoming construction of a new school building. The project, titled “The 2014 Living History School Project,” is available via a dedicated link and serves to celebrate the school’s heritage and community spirit.