Annagh Hill National School
Tuam, Galway
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 105 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 53 girls, 52 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20448J the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Annagh Hill National School is a co‑educational primary school situated in Ballyglunin, Tuam, County Galway. The school operates from 9.30 am to 3.10 pm, with a shortened infant day ending at 2.10 pm. Its mission is to create a happy, healthy and safe atmosphere where pupils, teachers and staff can enjoy teaching and learning in harmony. Emphasising a Christian ethos, the school promotes respect, understanding and positive discipline, while encouraging cooperation, teamwork, flexibility and the sharing of talents among the whole school community. Strong links with parents and the wider community are fostered to support each child’s full potential. The school’s uniform policy requires a grey crested jumper, navy tracksuit bottoms and a red polo shirt, reinforcing a sense of belonging and equality. In addition to the core curriculum, Annagh Hill offers a “Little Hands” early years programme for children aged 2½ to 12 years, providing breakfast club, Montessori‑style activities and after‑school care, with flexible opening times to accommodate families. The school’s facilities support a broad range of educational experiences, underpinned by a commitment to healthy eating, safeguarding and inclusive practice.
Applying to Annagh Hill National School
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 Annagh Hill National School. 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 Annagh Hill National School
How many pupils attend Annagh Hill National School?
Annagh Hill National School has 105 pupils enrolled, 53 girls and 52 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Annagh Hill National School a DEIS school?
No. Annagh Hill National School is not part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme of additional supports for schools serving communities at risk of educational disadvantage. Not holding DEIS status says nothing about how good a school is, only about the profile of the community it serves.
What is the ethos of Annagh Hill National School?
Annagh Hill National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.