Ardkeerin National School
Riverstown, Sligo
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 111 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 56 girls, 55 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 15217J the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Ardkeeran National School is a co‑educational primary school situated in the village of Riverstown, County Sligo. The school provides a welcoming, inclusive and safe environment for its community of roughly 111 pupils. Emphasis is placed on respect for every child and on fostering a culture where learners are motivated and inspired to achieve their full potential. Teaching is delivered by a dedicated team of teachers and support assistants who aim to offer high‑quality, child‑centred learning experiences across the curriculum. The school actively participates in a range of national and local initiatives, including the Active Flag, Amber Flag, Green Flag, Discover Primary Maths and Science, and Shared Education programmes. A newly formed Student Council encourages pupil voice and leadership. Extra‑curricular provision is strong, with opportunities in swimming, Gaelic football, rugby, soccer and regular educational trips, supporting the holistic development of each child. The school’s facilities accommodate both academic and sporting activities, creating a well‑rounded environment for learning and personal growth.
Applying to Ardkeerin 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 Ardkeerin 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 Ardkeerin National School
How many pupils attend Ardkeerin National School?
Ardkeerin National School has 111 pupils enrolled, 56 girls and 55 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Ardkeerin National School a DEIS school?
No. Ardkeerin 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 Ardkeerin National School?
Ardkeerin National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.