Cappagh National School
Croghan, Offaly
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 97 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 38 girls, 59 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19354Q the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Colman’s National School, Cappagh is a mixed‑gender primary school situated in the rural community of Cappagh, Croghan, near Tullamore in County Offaly. The school serves the surrounding villages of Ballycommon and Kilclonfert and aims to provide a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. Emphasis is placed on a balanced curriculum that promotes academic excellence alongside the development of social skills, respect, care and community spirit. The school operates from a modern facility that includes five mainstream classrooms and a range of specialised spaces designed to enrich the learning experience. Over the years the school has added extensions and new programmes to support a well‑rounded education, fostering both intellectual growth and personal development. Its ethos is rooted in the values of respect, inclusivity and a strong sense of belonging, reflecting its long‑standing role within the local parish of Daingean and the wider Offaly community.
History
St Colman’s National School (also known as Cappagh N.S.) opened in 1975, replacing the former Kilmurry and Kilclonfert National Schools. The two original school premises now function as community centres. Since its establishment the school has expanded its facilities, adding new extensions and programmes while maintaining its core values of respect, care and inclusivity. It continues to play an integral role in the communities of Ballycommon, Kilclonfert and the parish of Daingean.
Applying to Cappagh 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 Cappagh 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 Cappagh National School
How many pupils attend Cappagh National School?
Cappagh National School has 97 pupils enrolled, 38 girls and 59 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Cappagh National School a DEIS school?
No. Cappagh 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 Cappagh National School?
Cappagh National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.