Primary School

ST BRENDAN'S N.S.

Eyrecourt, Galway
DEIS Mixed

School Details

Address
The Square, Eyrecourt
Location
Eyrecourt, Galway
School Type
Primary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
45 students
Enrollment Split
21 Girls, 24 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
No subjects through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
15997P
Latest Inspection Reports
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About

St Brendan’s National School in Eyrecourt, County Galway, is a co‑educational primary school that serves the local community with three mainstream teachers. The school is organised into three distinct classroom groups – Infants & 1st class, 2nd‑4th class and 5th/6th class – allowing pupils to progress through a structured, age‑appropriate curriculum while benefiting from small‑class teaching. The ethos is rooted in Catholic values yet the school explicitly welcomes children of all denominations, fostering an inclusive environment that respects diversity and encourages each child to develop their unique gifts. The school benefits from a range of on‑site facilities that support both academic and extracurricular learning. Pupils have access to a dedicated playground, a sports pitch, and a combined basketball/volleyball court, as well as a coloured‑marked yard that provides safe, engaging space for play and physical activity. In addition, St Brendan’s makes regular use of the nearby Eyrecourt Library and the Community Hall, extending learning opportunities beyond the classroom and strengthening ties with the wider community. The school’s mission, in partnership with the Board of Management, parents and local community, is to nurture responsible, caring members of a Christian community while promoting personal growth and academic achievement.