before school
From Junior Infants to 6th Class, we open at 8:00am to cater for children of Holy Family Primary School.
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Drop Off Service
school drop off
service
Need to get to work and have someone drop your child to Holy Family Primary School?
No problem. Our school drop off caters for children who attend Holy Family Primary School in Mullingar.
Monday to Friday opens 8:00am
1.
nutritious
breakfast
The children are dropped off by their parent and start the day with a hearty breakfast
2.
relaxation
time
Following breakfast the children have lots of relaxation options such as reading, board games, tablet tennis
3.
off to
school
Once their bus departure time comes the children board our minivans, seatbelts on and off to school
THE DEN BREAKFAST
We offer working parents a school drop off service for their children.
For children attending Holy Family Primary School in Mullingar, with parents whose work start clashes with school start time this is the perfect solution.
Parents drop their kids to us from 8:00am and we take care of everything after that allowing Mum and Dad to be in work on time.
THE SCHOOLS
Mulingar National Schools we drop to
Mulingar National Schools we drop to
SCHOOL DROP OFF
service
summary
Below we summarise the stages of our Mullingar Primary School drop off service;
- Arrival
- Free Time
- School Drop Off
SCHOOL DROP OFF
OPENS 8:00AM
We provide a home from home environment, where the children can relax and play before they head to school.
Children can eat, socialise and prepare for the big day ahead.
AFTER
ARRIVAL
If the weather is good there is some free outdoor playtime before heading to school.
Sometimes the children prefer to relax and socialise with fellow children and the teachers. They may relax on the confortable couch’s or maybe read a book.
The children are always cared for by teachers who always have a warm smile for the children.
Testimonials
PARENTS
GOOGLE REVIEWS
In their own words
- Some kind words from our pupils parents.
- Many of whom attended themselves as children.
- They have availed of Ecce, Part-time and Full Time Montessori, After School Club “The Den” and Summer Camp.
"ALL THE STAFF ARE LOVELY" "I can highly recommend Mullingar Montessori & The Den After School Care service.
Our 2 girls attend The Den and they so enjoy it there.
They get a nice little walk down from Holy Family school, chatting to their friends, then do their homework in a warm caring environment before enjoying some creative play time.
They are full of news about the day at collection time and it’s lovely to hear all about the fun they have at the Den.
And of course all about Bernie’s wonderful delicious meals keeping tummies full and satisfied!
All the staff are lovely. We are lucky to have to have this wonderful service in Mullingar."
"SHE HAS MADE MANY FRIENDS" "My daughter attended Montessori at age 3, she learned so much here, and continues to attend After School now.
She has made many friends there too.
The staff are so good, and very friendly and attentive to all the children."
"CHLOE LOVES BERNIES COOKING" "My daughter has been going to The Den After School for the last 4 years and is very happy there.
Has lots of friends and the staff are lovely and Chloe loves Bernie’s cooking even tough Chloe is a very fussy eater.
She also goes during summer holidays to Summer Camp and over Easter.
Huge outdoor area for playtime with lots of different arts and crafts etc.
Would highly recommend The Den."
"VERY ENJOYABLE AFTER SCHOOL CARE" "Our boy and two girls attend Ursula Keenan's Mullingar Montessori and After School Care part time and it is a great reliable service.
Very well run by lovely caring and very kind staff who provide yummy after school dinner.
Great homework assistance as well as art and singing and much much more.
A very enjoyable after school care for all which I would highly recommend."
"EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH QUALITY" "Wonderful, quality early years educators!.
From the attention the children receive, the staff, the pleasant atmosphere and the facilities available, the service is of exceptionally high quality.
My younger children love going, love the dinners and have made some great friends too."
"SHE IS REALLY HAPPY" "My daughter is going to The Den After School, she is very happy.
The staff are very nice, friendly and helpful, really recommended."
"GAMES THEY PLAY OUTSIDE" "Ursula Keenan and her staff are fabulous!!
Our Daughter has been attending The Den After School service for a few years and she thoroughly enjoys going there.
She is always coming home with art work and telling us about the games they play outside.
She also tells us the food is delicious!!
I would definitely recommend The Den After School service."
"LOVED HER TEACHERS THERE" "My daughter started in the toddler room age two and has gone through ECCE Year 1 & 2 and is now in After School.
She has loved every one of her teachers there and went into junior infants 100% prepared.
The staff are amazing including Bernie who has the magic touch at getting kids to eat their healthy dinners.
She has made life long friends and already has 1000’s of memories having fun, playing with the pet animals and learning lots of skills."
"HAPPY, ACTIVE AND LOOKED AFTER" "Couldn’t recommend a better Montessori & After School Care service.
Our children love it here and we appreciate the staff so much who are always professional and kind in their communications.
The facilities are amazing. you can tell some amount of time, investment, and creativity goes into keeping the children happy, active, & looked after.
Our kids especially love playing alongside chickens & rabbits on the playground.
They look forward to summer camp & Christmas time festivities the den offers as well."
"SO PLEASANT TO DEAL WITH" "Ursula and staff are so pleasant to deal with, never an issue to phone to check things.
Lovely facility and well maintained with regular updates and upgrades during my sons time there."
"VERY CARING STAFF" "I would highly recommend Mullingar Montessori and The Den After School.
All three of our children have attended, between their Toddler Service, the ECCE Service,
Full Day Care and now the After School Care Service. We have only had a good experience over the years.
They have a fantastic facility with very caring staff and Ursula Keenan keeps improving it year on year.
Their Christmas Show is just the sweetest thing you’ll ever see, and it astounds me every year how the staff manage to direct such little kids in such a fun and entertaining way.
I would definitely give Mullingar Montessori five stars. It’s great to know your children are being so well looked after and are learning whilst making friends and enjoying themselves. You couldn’t ask for more. "
"PROGRESSED SO MUCH" "My daughter started her ECCE in September 2022.
From the day we looked around the school, from the day she started, the support from Ursula and her staff have been exceptional.
They go out of there way for each child.
My daughter has progressed so much in the time she's been there.
I couldn't recommend Mullingar Montessori enough."
"ATTENTION TO DETAIL" "Cannot recommend Mullingar Montessori & After school care enough.
Simply put it is the amazing staff that makes it so exceptional.
Plus Ursula's experience, expertise and attention to detail underpins my child's development and most importantly it is FUN!!"
"GREAT CHILDCARE SERVICE" "Our daughter has been attending The Den after-school for a number of years.
Ursula Keenan runs a great childcare service.
The staff are great, so supportive and kind and there is so much to do for the kids, with plenty of space for outside play too.
Bernie does a great job on the dinners, which are really popular, and they even have a Christmas dinner each year. I would recommend."
"AMAZING OUTDOOR FACILITIES" "My boys attend Mullingar Montessori and they really enjoy it there.
They have made wonderful little friends in a learning and supportive environment.
The staff are super caring, patient and lots of fun.
They have amazing outdoor play facilities for all sessions.
The staff go over and beyond for the kid’s graduation show!!!
It’s just wonderful to watch and experience. During Covid 19, they followed all procedures and guidelines to ensure our little ones and their staff were kept safe and healthy, while still maintaining an atmosphere of fun! It was a credit to all the staff during a very difficult time."
"OUR CHILDREN LOVE IT" "Great facilities at Mullingar Montessori and The Den.
The Staff are very caring and wonderful at what they do with plenty of learning opportunities for children and an emphasis on fun and play along the way.
Our children love it!"
"HE ADORES HIS TEACHER" "My son joined year 2 room 6 Montessori in September and I have to say he's just at the end of his first term and he's the happiest little boy ever.
he looks forward to attending every day and cries when he can't attend if he's unwell.. he's almost writing his name where as he couldn't even hold a pencil before this.
He's reading books at home .. before .. he wouldn't take his books out ...
The Montessori itself is every child's dream equipped with the most beautiful and high standard facilities.
The Staff are wonderful, helpful, kind and caring .. Sean Is loving every moment of his time here.. he's a very happy and lucky boy.. he adores his teacher Ann Marie .. well done to Ursula and all the staff that make this Montessori a magical and educational environment for our children .. highly recommended and 5 stars from Mum Dad and Seán Turner"
"KIDS LOVE GOING IN THERE" "Having put 4 of my kids in so far I couldn’t be more happy to have them there.
The staff are so helpful and my kids love going in there, always aware of what is happening and knowing what your kiddos do for the month getting pics and making sure they settle well.
I couldn’t recommend the Montessori enough.
Ursula will go above and beyond to accommodate all your needs and help with any issues that would arise.
Lots of hard work on everyone side and you know your little one would be ready for big school when the day comes.
Thanks so much for always looking so well after them and us when needed."
"LOVE IT" "Brilliant staff and professionally run.
Amazing garden and facilities for the children outside. My 3 children have attended for ECCE and love it!"
"STAFF ARE THE BEST" "I do recommend Mullingar Montessori and the den to everyone I know!
My two babies loves it so much.
Ursula is the best role model, the atmosphere she made, the play ground and the staff are the best.
Thank you Ursula Keenan and all the staff that work so hard."
"WONDERFUL PLACE" "My children are so happy here.
The staff are always on hand to help with homework, if they need a snack and all the multitude of things a kid looks for and asks for.
Wonderful place."
Reviews
PARENTS
TESTIMONIALS
In their own words
- Some kind words from our pupils parents.
- Many of whom attended themselves as children.
- They have availed of Ecce, Part-time and Full Time Montessori, After School Club “The Den” and Summer Camp.
OLIVIA CALLAGHAN
"Ursula and the staff truly love and care for the children, you can just feel it in the atmosphere and hear the joy and laughter"
DEBBIE HALLIGAN
"Our kids have happy memories for life from Mullingar Montessori, I would highly recommend to any family"
SUE ANN PHILLIPS
"The level of care and attention that he receives on a daily basis is second to none. He just loves attending every day"
ELEANOR MCDONAGH
“The structured play and social focus is second to none, there is always lots of fun to be had in a very safe and creative space“
YVONNE CANNING
“The Den is bustling with activity, fun and laughter. She learns and develops in afterschool through the range of fun activities“
MARIE CLARKE
“He has such a great time and makes lots of new friends. When he finishes he absolutely cannot wait for the next camp to start!“
"Ursula and the staff truly love and care for the children, you can just feel it in the atmosphere and hear the joy and laughter"
Olivia CallaghanRe: Toddler Montessori
"Our kids have happy memories for life from Mullingar Montessori, I would highly recommend to any family"
Debbie HalliganRe: Montessori Class
"The level of care and attention that he receives on a daily basis is second to none. He just loves attending every day"
Sue Ann PhillipsRe: Full Day Care
"The structured play and social focus is second to none, there is always lots of fun to be had in a very safe and creative space"
Eleanor McDonaghRe: After School Care
"The Den is bustling with activity, fun and laughter. She learns and develops in afterschool through the range of fun activities"
Yvonne CanningRe: After School Club
"He has such a great time and makes lots of new friends. When he finishes he absolutely cannot wait for the next camp to start!"
Marie ClarkeRe: Kids Camp
Features
benefits
for children
For children and Parents we have a lot to offer…
Because we are a family run, single location school, we are fully in control of maintaining the highest of standards in our setting.
walking taxi
We have a walking taxi to and from Holy Family Primary School for Before School and The Den members.
safe and secure
The facility has been purpose built for child care with safety and security a priority indoors and out, in a bright and joyful setting.
family run school
Founder Ursula Keenan manages day to day activities and curriculum on site, ensuring professional and personal care for every single child.
nutritious meals
We have an onsite chef and custom food prep kitchen. The menu changes every day on a weekly cycle. All our children's meals are prepared by hand from fresh ingredients.
outdoor play area's
The school includes segregated outdoor play areas, with enclosed garden, chicken coup and rabbit hutch, astro surface play area, sand boxes, tricycles and tractors.
full day care
We have a range of services that can care for your child from 8:00am to 6.15pm Monday to Friday 51 weeks per year. School Drop Off and Homework Clubs, Montessori, Creche.
range of activities
Our teachers are highly trained in providing a wide range of activities for our pupils. This all helps to refine social and motor skills. We invest a lot of money in our equipment.
qualified teachers
All our staff are highly qualified in Montessori and child care. We select only the very best candidates who have a genuine passion for children and education.
open all year round
Modern family life means often both parents are working. We only close for Xmas which means that you can have your child taken care of Mon to Fri whenever suits you.
The facility has been purpose built for child care with safety and security a priority indoors and out, in a bright and joyful setting.
Founder Ursula Keenan manages day to day activities and curriculum on site, ensuring professional and personal care for every single child.
We have an onsite chef and custom food prep kitchen. The menu changes every day on a 3 week cycle. All our children’s meals are prepared by hand from fresh ingredients.
The school includes segregated outdoor play areas, with enclosed garden, chicken coup and rabbit hutch, astro surface play area, sand boxes, tricycles and tractors.
We have a range of services that can care for your child from 8:00am to 6.15pm Monday to Friday 51 weeks per year. Breakfast and Homework clubs, Montessori, Creche.
Our teachers are highly trained in providing a wide range of activities for our pupils. This all helps to refine social and motor skills. We invest a lot of money in our equipment.
All our staff are highly qualified in Montessori and child care. We select only the very best candidates who have a genuine passion for children and education.
Modern family life means often both parents are working. We only close for Xmas which means that you can have your child taken care of Mon to Fri whenever suits you
view our school
book
a visit
to our school
Interested in Enroling? Then you and your child/children are invited to book a visit to our school.
Come and see for yourself all the amazing facilities and activities we have to offer with a guided tour.
Once we receive your form submission we will contact you regarding availability of the requested date and time.
We look forward to meeting you.
URSULA KEENAN
School Director
School Calendar
calendars 2025/26
mullingar montessori
& The den
Closed Dates, School Holidays, Bank Holidays
These are important dates throughout the school year to help parents plan ahead.
We have listed three calendars, one for each service.
The calendar is subject to change in the case of unforeseen circumstances.
In such events we will inform parents in advance.
CLICK ANY CALENDAR TO SHOW DATES
2025
SEPTEMBER
Monday 1st September 2025 – Full Day Care Term starts for all Preschool children
Tuesday 2nd September 2025 – ECCE Part Time Mornings term starts.
OCTOBER
Monday 27th October – Friday 31st October 2025 (Inclusive) – Halloween Midterm Break for Children that attend ECCE Mornings.
Monday 27th October 2025 – Bank Holiday School Closed
Friday 31st October 2025 – Training Day School Closed
Attendance for mornings Tuesday Wednesday & Thursday available upon request. (Additional fees applies)
Full Day Care remains in place Tuesday 28th Wednesday 29th & Thursday 30th October for children that attend full days.
NOVEMBER
– School open every weekday in November
DECEMBER
Friday 5th December 2025 – School Closed at 3pm
Wednesday 24th December 2025 – Friday 2nd January 2026 (Inclusive) – Christmas Midterm Break for Part time & Full time Children
School Closing at 3pm on Tuesday 23rd December 2025.
The school is closed between Wednesday 24th December 2025 & Friday 2nd January 2026 (Inclusive)
Full daycare & mornings remains in place on Monday 22nd & Tuesday 23rd December 2025.
Morning & Full day care Children return from Monday 5th January 2026.
2026
JANUARY
Morning & Full day care Children return from Monday 5th January 2026
FEBRUARY
Monday 2nd February 2026 – Bank Holiday School Closed
Monday 16th – Friday 20th February 2026 (Inclusive) – February Midterm Break for Children that attend ECCE Mornings.
Full Day Care remains in place Monday – Friday on the days children attend full days.
MARCH
17th Mar Tuesday 2026
School closed re St. Patrick’s Day
Monday 30th March – Friday 10th April 2026 (Inclusive)– Easter Midterm Break for children that attend ECCE mornings.
APRIL
Monday 30th March – Friday 10th April 2026 (Inclusive)– Easter Midterm Break for children that attend ECCE mornings.
Friday 3rd April 2026 – Good Friday School Closed
Monday 6th April 2026 – Bank Holiday School Closed
Tuesday 7th April 2026 – Training Day School Closed
Attendance for mornings during Easter midterm on Monday 30th Tuesday 31st, Wednesday 1st April & Thursday 2nd April, Wednesday 8th, Thursday 9th & Friday 10th April 2026 available upon request. (Additional fees applies)
Full Day Care remains in place on Monday 30th Tuesday 31st, Wednesday 1st April & Thursday 2nd April, Wednesday 8th, Thursday 9th & Friday 10th April 2026 for the children that attend full days.
MAY
Monday 4th May 2026 – School Closed Bank Holiday
JUNE
Monday 1st June 2026– Bank Holiday School Closed
Friday 26th June 2026 – Last Day for ECCE mornings.
Friday 26th June 2026– Last Day for ECCE Year 2 Full Day Care (Children departing for school in September 2026).
Camps available in July & August to book as you wish.
JULY
Summer Camps begin & run for 8 weeks
AUGUST
Friday 28th August 2026 – Last Day of current term for ECCE Year 1 Full Day Care.
2025
JUNE
Monday 30th June 2025 – Toddlers admissions begin for children eligible for Summer start
JULY
School open every weekday in July
AUGUST
Monday 4th August 2025 – Bank Holiday School Closed
SEPTEMBER
Monday 1st September / Tuesday 2nd September 2025 – Toddlers admissions for children eligible for September start
OCTOBER
Monday 6th October 2025 – Toddlers admissions for children eligible for October start
Monday 27th October 2025 – Bank Holiday School Closed
Friday 31st October 2025 – School Closed for Training
NOVEMBER
Monday 3rd November 2025 – Toddlers admissions for children eligible for November start
DECEMBER
Friday 5th December 2025 – School Closed at 3pm
Tuesday 23rd December 2025 – School Closed at 3pm
Wednesday 24th December – Friday 2nd January (Inclusive) – Closed for Christmas
2026
JANUARY
Thursday 1st January 2026 – School Closed New Years Day
Friday 2nd January 2026 – School Closed
Monday 5th January 2026 – School Re-Opens
FEBRUARY
Monday 2nd February 2026 – Bank Holiday School Closed
MARCH
Tuesday 17th March 2026 – Bank Holiday School Closed
APRIL
Friday 4th April 2026 – School Closed for Good Friday
Monday 6th April 2026 – Bank Holiday School Closed
Tuesday 7th April 2026 – School Closed for Training
MAY
Monday 4th May 2026– Bank Holiday School Closed
JUNE
Monday 1st June 2026– Bank Holiday School Closed
JULY
School open every weekday
AUGUST
Monday 3rd August 2026 – Bank Holiday School Closed
Friday 28th August 2026– Last day of Toddler Term 2025 / 2026
2025
SEPTEMBER
Monday 1st September 2025 – The Den Afterschool returns
OCTOBER
Monday 27th October – Friday 31st October 2025 (Inclusive) – Halloween Midterm Break
Monday 27th October 2025 – Bank Holiday School Closed
Friday 31st October 2025 – Training Day School Closed
Afternoons remain in place on Tuesday Wednesday & Thursday for all children booked on these days (prior confirmation of attendance required)
Attendance for mornings Tuesday Wednesday & Thursday available upon request in September. (Additional fees applies)
NOVEMBER
Afterschool open every weekday
DECEMBER
Friday 5th December 2025 – School Closed at 3pm
Wednesday 24th December 2025 – Friday 2nd January 2026 (Inclusive) – Christmas School Closure
School Closing at 3pm on Tuesday 23rd December 2025.
Afternoons remain in place on Monday 22nd & Tuesday 23rd December (prior confirmation of attendance required)
2026
JANUARY
Thursday 1st January 2026 – School Closed New Years Day
Friday 2nd January 2026 – School Closed
Monday 5th January 2026 – School Re-Opens
FEBRUARY
Monday 2nd February 2026 – Bank Holiday School Closed
Monday 16th – Friday 20th February 2026 (Inclusive) – February Midterm Break
Afternoons remain in place Monday – Friday for all children booked on these days (prior confirmation of attendance required)
Attendance for mornings Monday – Friday available upon request in January. (Additional fees applies)
MARCH
Tuesday 17th March 2026 – Bank Holiday School Closed
Monday 30th March – Friday 10th April 2026 (Inclusive)– Easter Midterm Break
APRIL
Friday 3rd April 2026 – Good Friday School Closed
Monday 6th April 2026 – Bank Holiday School Closed
Tuesday 7th April 2026 – Training Day School Closed
Afternoons remain in place on Monday 30th & Tuesday 31st March, Wednesday 1st, Thursday 2nd , Wednesday 8th, Thursday 9th & Friday 10th April 2026 for all children booked on these days (prior confirmation of attendance required)
Attendance for mornings on Monday 30th & Tuesday 31st March, Wednesday 1st, Thursday 2nd , Wednesday 8th, Thursday 9th & Friday 10th April 2026 available upon request in February. (Additional fees applies)
MAY
Monday 4th May 2026– Bank Holiday School Closed
JUNE
Friday 26th June 2026 – Last Day of The Den
Information on Camp availability for July & August will be communicated in April 2026.
JULY
Summer Camps begin & run for 8 weeks
FOR YOUR CHILD
our
services
OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND
We offer a full and flexible range of loving care for your child, 51 weeks per year.
- Creche
- Part Time
- Full Day Care
- Ecce Montessori
- School Drop Off
- After School Pick Up + Dinner + Homework
- Summer Camp
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