School Information
School Uniform
Our uniform consists of a crested quarter zip, navy tracksuit bottoms an light blue polo shirt. The top is available to buy from School Uniforms Direst in Baltinglass. Tullow Boys NS
School Day
The school day begins at 9.10am. Gates open at 9.00am children are supervised in their classrooms until the bell rings at 9.10am.
There is a 20 minute mid morning break from 11.00 – 11.20.
‘Big Lunch’ is from 12.40 – 1.00pm.
Junior and Senior Infants finish at 1.50pm 1st to 6th classes finish at 2.50pm
School Transport
- Who is eligible? Children who reside at least 4.8 kilometres from and attending their nearest school are eligible for post primary school transport.
- How do I apply? Online to Bus Éireann at www.buseireann.ie
- When do I apply? Applications should be submitted before the last Friday in April. Late applicants are not guaranteed a seat.
- What is the charge? The current annual charge is €350 per child with a family maximum of €650.
- Can I spread the payment over the school year? Payments may be made in two instalments in July and December.
- Are some children exempt from paying? Yes. Only eligible children i.e. children residing at least 4.8 kilometres from and attending their nearest school, who hold valid Medical Cards (GMS Scheme), do not pay. All other children must pay.
- Where can I get more details on the scheme? Full terms of the Post Primary School Transport Scheme are available at www.education.ie and www.buseireann.ie.
- Where can I get further information? From your local Bus Éireann School Transport Office.
