Abbeyfeale Boys National School 1
Abbeyfeale, Limerick
Key facts
- DEIS
- Boys
- Pupils enrolled
- 98 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16264A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
St Mary’s Boys National School is a Catholic‑patronage primary school situated in Abbeyfeale, operating under the auspices of the Bishop of Limerick. The school follows the aims and principles of the Irish primary curriculum, placing equal emphasis on intellectual, physical, cultural, moral, social and spiritual development. A nurturing, secure and attractive learning environment is provided, where children are encouraged to cherish and challenge themselves through a balanced programme of academic subjects and extracurricular activities. The ethos of the school is deeply rooted in its parish community, with a strong partnership between parents, staff and the local church. Religious education is integral, preparing pupils for the sacraments and fostering a lived Catholic faith. The school promotes respectful relationships, dignity and collaboration, maintaining close contact with families to support each child’s full potential.
Applying to Abbeyfeale Boys National School 1
For a September 2027 place, a school's formal admissions process cannot begin before 1 October 2026. The school sets its own opening and closing dates in its annual admission notice.
National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Abbeyfeale Boys National School 1. Individual schools set their own discretionary closure days, confirm exact dates with the school.
- October Mid-Term Break: Mon 26 Oct – Fri 30 Oct 2026
- Christmas Holidays: Wed 23 Dec 2026 – Tue 5 Jan 2027
- February Mid-Term Break: Thu 18 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027 (post-primary schools: Mon 15 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027)
- Easter Holidays: Mon 22 Mar – Sun 4 Apr 2027
Primary schools close for the last two days of the February mid-term week and may use discretionary days to take the full week, so their break can be shorter than post-primary schools'.
Frequently asked questions about Abbeyfeale Boys National School 1
How many pupils attend Abbeyfeale Boys National School 1?
Abbeyfeale Boys National School 1 has 98 pupils enrolled. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Abbeyfeale Boys National School 1 a DEIS school?
Yes. Abbeyfeale Boys National School 1 is part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme called Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools. DEIS schools serve communities at risk of educational disadvantage and receive additional supports, which can include smaller classes, extra teaching posts and funding for books and meals.
What is the ethos of Abbeyfeale Boys National School 1?
Abbeyfeale Boys National School 1 has a Catholic ethos. It is a boys' primary school.