Carrigallen National School
Carrigallen, Leitrim
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 181 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 79 girls, 102 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16474L the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Mhuire Naofa, Carrigallen National School, is a vibrant primary school situated in Bredagh, Co. Leitrim, serving children from Junior Infants through to 6th class. The school’s ethos, encapsulated in the motto *Mól an Óige* – “Praise the Youth”, places a strong emphasis on nurturing confidence, curiosity and a love of learning in every pupil. A broad, balanced curriculum is delivered across dedicated classrooms, complemented by specialist provision such as an accelerated reading programme, a well‑stocked school library, and a music curriculum that encourages creative expression. The school environment is enriched by a range of wellbeing initiatives, including a reading‑play therapy programme and the presence of a therapy dog, which support social and emotional development. Recent investment through the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) scheme highlights a commitment to student safety and community partnership. Modern facilities, including a garden space for outdoor learning, provide a supportive setting for both academic and personal growth, fostering a close‑knit community of pupils, families and staff.
Applying to Carrigallen 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 Carrigallen 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 Carrigallen National School
How many pupils attend Carrigallen National School?
Carrigallen National School has 181 pupils enrolled, 79 girls and 102 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Carrigallen National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Carrigallen National School is part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme called Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools. DEIS schools serve communities at risk of educational disadvantage and receive additional supports, which can include smaller classes, extra teaching posts and funding for books and meals.
What is the ethos of Carrigallen National School?
Carrigallen National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.