The Scoil Mhuire Board of Management manages the school on behalf of the patron of the school and is accountable to the patron, the Archbishop of Dublin Dermot Farrell, and the Minister of Education. The Board must uphold the characteristic spirit (ethos) of the school and is accountable to the patron for so doing.
Board Members 2024-2027
Chairperson & Patron’s Nominee: Br. Phil Ryan
Secretary & Principal: Brian Coleman
Patron’s Nominee: Fr. Mike O’Sullivan
Community Nominee: Sarah Kenny
Community Nominee: Eoin Mc Bennett
Parents’ Nominee: TBC
Parents’ Nominee: Damian Bruce
Teachers’ Nominee: Paul Timmins
Agreed Report
The Scoil Mhuire Board of Management issue an “Agreed Report” at the end of each of their meetings. These reports are available to be read here:
Key Activities of the Board
The Board is responsible for managing the school to ensure that all students receive the best possible education. Its key responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing the school plan.
- Appointing the principal, teachers, and other staff.
- Ensuring the school complies with the Education Act 1998.
- Promoting communication between the school, parents, and the community, and supporting the formation and activities of a parents’ association.
- Overseeing the school’s finances, ensuring comprehensive insurance, maintaining proper accounts, and making annual accounts available to the patron and school community.
- Ensuring child protection and welfare are integrated into all school policies and practices, and that Child Protection Procedures are fully implemented.
- Establishing a code of behavior and an anti-bullying policy.
- Complying with Garda vetting requirements before hiring or placing anyone in contact with children or vulnerable persons.
- Maintaining confidentiality in discussions and documents unless otherwise agreed, and disclosing any conflicts of interest.
- Informing parents about its activities.
Additional information on boards of management can be found in the updated Governance Manual for Primary Schools 2023 – 2027 and on the Department of Education’s website.