Ballintubber National School
Claremorris, Mayo
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 113 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 62 girls, 51 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 07374G the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Ballintubber National School is a rural primary school situated in the tranquil countryside of Ballintubber, 14 km from Castlebar and close to the historic Ballintubber Abbey. The school provides a full primary curriculum from Junior and Senior Infants through to 5th and 6th classes, including a dedicated Tír na nÓg class for early childhood education. A preschool operates on the same campus, offering full‑day care and before‑ and after‑school provision, allowing a seamless transition for younger children into the junior classes. The school places a strong emphasis on partnership – fostering collaboration between parents, teachers and the wider community. Its mission highlights the development of each child’s moral, spiritual and academic potential, while promoting self‑esteem, confidence and a culture of trust, honesty, respect and responsibility. Recent investment under the Irish National Recovery and Resilience Plan saw interactive whiteboards and related equipment installed, supporting digital learning and helping to bridge the digital divide for pupils at risk of educational disadvantage. Facilities include modern classroom technology, a safe and welcoming environment for both pupils and staff, and a range of extracurricular activities such as the after‑school service provided by Súgradh Le Chéile. The school’s ethos is rooted in caring for every learner and encouraging lifelong learning within a supportive, community‑focused setting.
Applying to Ballintubber 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 Ballintubber 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 Ballintubber National School
How many pupils attend Ballintubber National School?
Ballintubber National School has 113 pupils enrolled, 62 girls and 51 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Ballintubber National School a DEIS school?
No. Ballintubber 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 Ballintubber National School?
Ballintubber National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.