Bunscoil Bhríde, Rathangan
An Active School, a Green School, a Digital School of Distinction and a STEM Award-Winning School
Admissions for 2021/22 School Year
The Admissions Process for the 2021/22 school year will begin on 14th January.
Please download the appropriate application forms for admission below and return to the school
(either by post or by email to bunscoilbhride9@hotmail.com):
Please note that due to the current school closure copies / scanned copies of birth certificates will be accepted.
Remote learning will begin from Monday 11th January
Please click here to read important message from the Principal in relation to the Minister for Education’s directive to close schools until February 1st. Please ensure you have booked a slot to collect your daughter'(s) books on Friday, via the Aladdin app.
Bunscoil Bhríde Covid Plan
It is vital that all parents read this document and familiarise themselves with its content.
On Friday 18th December we had a very special visitor who called to see each class. He was very generous and brought a delicious treat for everyone. Click here to see some photos!
Santa Visit 2020
Our virtual graduation for our forty-two 6th class pupils took place on Wednesday 24th June. We looked back on their time with us in the school and wished them well as they prepare for their transition to secondary school and embark upon this new, exciting chapter in their lives.
They are an amazing group of girls and wonderful ambassadors for our school. We will miss them, but we’re excited to hear what wonderful things they get up to and what bright and exciting futures lie ahead of them. You can view our graduation ceremony here.
Bunscoil Bhríde is a 17-teacher girls’ primary school, located in the picturesque village of Rathangan, in Co. Kildare.
In September 2020, we will open our Bluebells Class; a special class for girls with Autism Spectrum Disorder. We are very proud to have been recognised and awarded as an Active School, a Digital School of Distinction and are one the few schools in the country to have been awarded nine Green Flags. We are also recipients of the Discover Primary Science Award over the last ten years and boast success in a range of team sports.
At Bunscoil Bhríde we provide high quality education in a safe, respectful, happy, collaborative and inclusive environment that builds the foundation for life-long learning
We aim to nurture a Christian atmosphere that cultivates good relationships, strong friendships and teamwork, based on kindness and respect between staff, pupils, parents and the local community. Our vision is a school community where all children feel loved, valued, respected and encouraged to develop to their fullest potential.
Maria Rogerson
Principal
Bunscoil Bhríde School News
Recent Newsletters
- Fortnightly Bulletin 3rd December 2020
- Fortnightly Bulletin 19th November 2020
- Fortnightly Bulletin 5th November 2020
Other News
- Halloween Fancy Dress 2020
- Click here to see some of our new Junior Infants
- Bunscoil Bhríde – Cumann na mBunscol U-11 Football CHAMPIONS – Read all about our footballing success here
- We are taking part in the Schools Excellence Fund Project. Read about it here
Projects and Activities
Fifth class recently took part in a fabulous sewing workshop kindly facilitated by Aideen Cross. Click here to find out more.
School Trips
In November Third and Fourth Class participated in the ‘Creative Rathangan’ project, which brought them to Tannery Park and Rathangan Library. Click here to read more and view photographs of the trip.
Green Schools
Latest News: In September the whole-school took part in National Fitness Day. Click here for more information.
Active Schools
Latest News: The Active School Committee was very pleased with our busy Active School week, which took place from Monday 8th April to Thursday 11th April.
Mission Statement
Our Mission
To provide high quality education in a safe, respectful, happy, collaborative and inclusive environment that builds the foundation for life-long learning.
Our Vision
We aim to nurture a Christian atmosphere that cultivates good relationships, strong friendships and teamwork, based on kindness and respect between staff, pupils, parents and the local community.
History of Rathangan
Rathangan gets its name from ‘Iomgháins Rath’, the remains of which still can be seen at the top of the town.
Throughout the years, the town has been shaped by many influences and events such as the 1798 Rebellion, the Grand Canal and Bórd na Móna.