Primary School

Scoil Bhride

Rhode, Offaly
Mixed

School Details

Address
Croghan, Rhode
Location
Rhode, Offaly
School Type
Primary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
70 students
Enrollment Split
38 Girls, 32 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
No subjects through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
18690E
Latest Inspection Reports
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Location

About

Scoil Bhríde is a primary school situated in the rural village of Croghan, Rhode, on the outskirts of Tullamore in County Offaly (R35 T974). The school welcomes children of all abilities and backgrounds, offering a supportive environment that blends the Irish language tradition with a contemporary curriculum. Its central aim is to foster academic growth, personal development and a strong sense of community among pupils from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class. The school provides a broad range of programmes that extend learning beyond the classroom. Dedicated sport facilities support regular physical education and competitive events, while the “Active School” and “Green Schools” initiatives promote health, wellbeing and environmental stewardship. Creative subjects are encouraged through the “Music Generation” project, and a clear school uniform policy underpins a cohesive school identity. Regular newsletters, a dynamic events calendar and a parents’ association keep families informed and involved. Operating under the patronage of the local Catholic diocese, Scoil Bhríde follows a structured admissions process aligned with diocesan guidelines. Prospective families are required to submit a completed application form, birth certificate and proof of address, ensuring transparent and equitable access to places for the upcoming academic year.