Carrig An Ima National School
Macroom,, Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 23 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 9 girls, 14 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17079K the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Carriganima National School is a mixed, primary school serving children from Junior Infants to Sixth Class. It describes itself as a caring, progressive and inclusive institution that provides a safe, healthy and happy learning environment. The school operates under a Catholic ethos while recognising and welcoming children of all faiths and cultural backgrounds, encouraging pupils to learn about diverse traditions. Small class sizes and a favourable pupil‑to‑teacher ratio are highlighted as key strengths, allowing individual attention and a strong sense of community. The school is situated on the main Macroom‑Millstreet (R582) road, approximately six miles from each town, offering easy access and ample car‑parking. On‑site facilities include the Carriganima Childcare Centre with the Busy Bees preschool, a breakfast club and an after‑school club. A dedicated special‑education teacher, a full‑time and a part‑time special‑needs assistant, and ancillary staff support inclusive education. Recent investment from the Sports Capital Programme has provided an astro‑turf surface for physical education, complementing the school’s active participation in Green Schools and Active Schools committees. Beyond academics, the school promotes a vibrant community spirit through regular events, newsletters, and a Parents Help Centre that supplies concise information on routines, programmes and policies. The emphasis on community, small‑school benefits and a welcoming atmosphere aims to ensure that each pupil feels valued and motivated to learn, create and grow.
Applying to Carrig An Ima 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.
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National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Carrig An Ima 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 Carrig An Ima National School
How many pupils attend Carrig An Ima National School?
Carrig An Ima National School has 23 pupils enrolled, 9 girls and 14 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Carrig An Ima National School a DEIS school?
No. Carrig An Ima 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 Carrig An Ima National School?
Carrig An Ima National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.