About Us
Bray School Project National School was founded in 1981 by a group of parents, educators and community members who shared a vision of a school where every child would be equally respected, regardless of their background, beliefs, culture, identity or ability.
The school opened its doors in September 1981 and was one of the founding schools of the movement that would later become Educate Together. At a time when equality-based education was still a new concept in Ireland, Bray School Project helped pioneer an approach centred on inclusion, respect for diversity, democratic participation and child-centred learning.
Originally located on Crutchley Lane in Bray, in the area where the Mermaid Arts Centre and Civic Offices now stand, the school quickly became an important part of the local community. In 1989, Bray School Project relocated to its current site on Killarney Road, where it continues to serve children and families from Bray and the surrounding areas.

Today, Bray School Project NS is home to eight mainstream classes, two Autism Classes and a dedicated Nurture Classroom. The school provides a range of learning and support spaces, including Special Education Teaching rooms, sensory spaces and a Life Skills room, reflecting our commitment to meeting the diverse needs of our pupils and ensuring that every child can participate, belong and succeed.

While the school has historically operated under an independent patronage structure, Bray School Project has remained closely connected to Educate Together throughout its history. We are currently in the process of transferring patronage to Educate Together, reflecting the strong alignment between our ethos and the Educate Together Charter.

More than forty years after its foundation, Bray School Project continues to be guided by the principles on which it was established. We place a strong emphasis on inclusion, wellbeing, student voice, inquiry-based learning and creating a school community where every child feels safe, valued and empowered to learn.
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As part of our commitment to preserving and celebrating our history, we are developing an Archive Section on our website. We invite former pupils, staff, parents and members of the wider community to explore the archive and help us preserve the photographs, memories and stories that have shaped Bray School Project since 1981.