Canovee Mixed National School
Macroom, Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 145 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 73 girls, 72 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 12292I the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Canovee Mixed National School is a co‑educational Catholic primary school under the patronage of the Bishop of Cork and Ross. Working in partnership with the Board of Management, parents and the local parish, the school delivers a comprehensive Religious Education programme based on the ‘Grow in Love’ framework, welcoming pupils of all faith traditions. The ethos centres on nurturing each child’s spiritual, moral and academic development, encouraging prayer, liturgical participation and a commitment to social justice, while fostering an inclusive and respectful community. The school occupies a modern building that serves 99 families and is equipped with up‑to‑date facilities to support a broad curriculum. A dedicated and experienced staff team implements current best‑practice teaching methods, reinforced by a strong Parents’ Association and Board of Management. Extra‑curricular provisions include before‑ and after‑school childcare provided by Ray of Sunshine, daily hot lunches funded by the Department of Social Protection, and a uniform that promotes a sense of belonging. The daily timetable runs from 09:20 am to 3:00 pm, with a short morning break and a lunch period, ensuring a balanced routine for junior and senior infants alike.
History
Canovee National School first opened its doors to the children of Canovee over 150 years ago. Since those early years the school has experienced considerable growth and development, culminating in the present building that accommodates the needs of its 99 families.
Applying to Canovee 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 Canovee 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 Canovee Mixed National School
How many pupils attend Canovee Mixed National School?
Canovee Mixed National School has 145 pupils enrolled, 73 girls and 72 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Canovee Mixed National School a DEIS school?
No. Canovee Mixed 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 Canovee Mixed National School?
Canovee Mixed National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.