Ardvarney Mixed National School
Dromahair, Leitrim
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 30 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 14 girls, 16 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 15116D the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Ardvarney Mixed National School is a small rural primary school situated in a hilly area east of the local town. The school caters for children from Infants through to Sixth Class and currently has a roll of around 31 pupils. The learning environment is designed to be welcoming and community‑focused, with a strong emphasis on holistic development that balances academic study with a wide range of extra‑curricular activities. Physical wellbeing is a core part of the school’s ethos. The school is working towards its first Active School Flag and runs a variety of programmes such as weekly tennis coaching, swimming lessons at the Sligo Sports Complex, active maths trails, and daily “run around Europe” challenges. Cultural enrichment is also encouraged through initiatives like a Spanish language programme for senior classes and heritage outings with the Heritage Council. Regular community events – including a Halloween party, National Tree Day tree planting, and charity jersey days – foster a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere for pupils and families alike.
History
Ardvarney National School was built in 1965 to serve the local community. Since its establishment it has remained a focal point for primary education in the area, evolving over the decades to incorporate modern active‑school initiatives while retaining its traditional role as a close‑knit rural school.
Applying to Ardvarney Mixed 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 Ardvarney Mixed 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 Ardvarney Mixed National School
How many pupils attend Ardvarney Mixed National School?
Ardvarney Mixed National School has 30 pupils enrolled, 14 girls and 16 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Ardvarney Mixed National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Ardvarney Mixed National School 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 Ardvarney Mixed National School?
Ardvarney Mixed National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.