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History
Meánscoil Gharman opened for the first time in September 2007 to meet the Irish-language second level education needs of County Wexford.
We are the first all-Irish Secondary School in County Wexford and we are still the only all-Irish school. We are based in Brownswood, just outside Enniscorthy on the road to Wexford. The school started with 7 students (boys and girls) in 2007 and now we have 250 students here.
Our students come from English and Irish primary schools around the county (Student’s from both English and Irish Primary Schools choose to study here from all over the county). Meánscoil Gharman welcomes students from all backgrounds and students interested in second-level education through Irish.
Principal, Norah Harpur
The House
Brownswood House, Enniscorthy, a house famous as a school, hospital and birthplace of Eileen Gray, architect, furniture designer and pioneer of the architectural dualism movement. Katherine Eileen Moray Smith was born on the 9th of August 1978 here in Teachcoilan Brown, Enniscorthy.
Her father, James McLaren Smith, was an artist who supported his daughter to follow her desire in the Arts. Her mother was Eveleen Pounden, grand daughter of French Stuart, 10th Earl of Moray, who was named Lady Gray in 1895. She separated from her husband and her children took the surname Gray after that.
Eileen was a quiet girl and loved the people of Enniscorthy. She was very impressed with nature, especially the area around Enniscorthy. Gray split his childhood between Brownswood House in Ireland and the home of The Boltons, in Kensington, London. She was presented as a debutante at Buckingham Palace in 1898. Gray’s serious art education began in 1900 at the Slade School in London. She loved the Arts, architecture and design. In 1917, Gray was hired to redesign the Rue de Lota apartment of society hostess Juliette Lévy. The furniture included some of Eileen Gray’s most famous designs – Brick Screen, le destin, Model E1027 Side Table, Bibendum Chair.
Eileen Gray later pasted away on 31 October 1976 aged 98 in Paris, France, but before passing away she rebuilt her white cubist home, E.1027 and now many of her art works are in museums such as Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and National Museum of Ireland.
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Principal
Meánscoil Gharman opened for the first time in September 2007 to meet the needs of second level Full Irish language education in County Wexford. We are based in Brownswood, just outside Enniscorthy on the road to Wexford. We started with 7 students (boys and girls) in 2007 and now we have 221 students here with us. Our pupils come from English primary schools and Gaelic schools around the county. Meánscoil Gharman welcomes students from all backgrounds and always students who are interested in receiving their second level education through Irish. Our aim here is to provide a first-class education to each and every student who chooses to attend Gharman Secondary School. Being a small school fosters a caring and caring atmosphere. Everyone from teachers, students, parents and the school’s support staff know each other and we always look out for each other.
Principal, Norah Harpur
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Our Students
We at Meánscoil Gharman pride ourselves in the personal and academic development of our students so that they graduate as mature, responsible and self-confident young adults ready to take their place in a diverse society.
About Our
Facilities
Welcome to our school and all the incredible facilities we have to offer! Our school is dedicated to providing students with a wide range of resources and opportunities to support their academic and personal growth.
We hope that this overview of our facilities gives you a sense of all the amazing opportunities available to our students. We are committed to providing a supportive, engaging, and empowering environment for all our students, and we look forward to welcoming you to our school.
Our
Art Facilities
First up, we have our Art Facilities. Our state-of-the-art art room is fully equipped with a kiln, where students can create and fire their own ceramic pieces. The art room is a creative space where students can explore different mediums and express their artistic talents.
Our
Science Facilities
Next, we have our Science Facilities. Our laboratory and physics room are outfitted with the latest equipment and technology to support hands-on learning and experimentation. Our science teachers are passionate about their subjects and are committed to helping students discover the wonders of the natural world.
Our
Music Facilities
For music lovers, we have a dedicated Music Room with a variety of instruments available, including guitars, pianos, ukuleles, and drums. Our music room is a welcoming space where students can hone their musical skills, collaborate with others, and express themselves through music.
Our
Technological Facilities
Our Technological Facilities include a computer room, records facilities, technology room, and graph tech room. Here, students can develop their computer and technological skills, work on graphic design projects, and explore new digital media. For students interested in woodworking, we have a technology room and woodworking machine. This space is fully equipped with everything students need to create their own woodworking projects, from designing and planning to building and finishing.
Our
Facilities Below
Our Facilities Below area includes a kitchen, sewing machine, and washing machine. This space is available to students who are interested in cooking, sewing, or learning life skills related to home management. For self-development, we have a well-stocked library and study axes for directed study. Our guidance counselor is also available to help students with academic and personal issues, and our Speaking Circle provides a supportive space for students to practice their Irish language skills and connect with their cultural heritage.
Our
Sports Facilities
Finally, we have excellent sports facilities, including a basketball court, football pitch, and soccer pitch. We have both basketball and GAA teams (Hall and Gaelic Football) for students who are interested in sports and want to participate in school athletics.
We hope that this overview of our facilities gives you a sense of all the amazing opportunities available to our students. We are committed to providing a supportive, engaging, and empowering environment for all our students, and we look forward to welcoming you to our school.
Our Achievements
Our first ever musical!
Annie
We recently staged the Broadway musical ‘Annie’ at the Athenaeum. The heartwarming story was performed by our performing arts students supported by our head of music, Clare Kavanagh as musical director, with an excellent production team and enthusiastic audience. We are currently looking forward to our next production and will share details soon!
Press
Some Press over the years
Our Community
We pride ourselves in fostering an inclusive and supportive international community.
Meánscoil Gharman is a vibrant community where students learn, grow, and make lasting connections. Join us as we celebrate diversity, friendship, and empowerment within our school and beyond!
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