Carrig National School
Nenagh, Tipperary
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 229 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 105 girls, 124 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16276H the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Carrig National School is a vibrant primary school situated in Ballycommon, Nenagh, County Tipperary. Guided by the motto *Ní neart go cur le chéile* (“There is no strength without unity”), the school fosters a collaborative learning environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally. The curriculum blends the Irish national programme of learning with a strong emphasis on the Irish language through its Gaelbhratach initiative, promoting bilingual proficiency and cultural heritage. The school is actively involved in the national Active Schools and Green Schools programmes, offering a range of physical‑activity opportunities and environmental projects that instil healthy habits and ecological awareness. Facilities include dedicated classrooms, a well‑equipped playground, and after‑school childcare (Scoiláirí Óga) to support families. A vibrant student council and regular sporting activities, such as soccer, further enrich the pupil experience, encouraging leadership and teamwork. Carrig National School also provides a clear enrolment pathway for the 2026 school year, with comprehensive information on school days, uniform, meals and e‑payments readily accessible online, ensuring a smooth transition for new families.
Applying to Carrig 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
View Carrig National School's own calendar (2026/2027 school year)
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Carrig National School. The school publishes its own calendar, linked above, and that is the authoritative source for its reopening date and discretionary closure days.
- 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 National School
How many pupils attend Carrig National School?
Carrig National School has 229 pupils enrolled, 105 girls and 124 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Carrig National School a DEIS school?
No. Carrig 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 National School?
Carrig National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.