Clondrohid National School
Macroom, Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 276 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 121 girls, 155 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 14839P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Clondrohid National School is a rural, co‑educational primary school located in Clondrohid, approximately 6 km north‑west of Macroom in County Cork. The school operates under a Catholic ethos while recognising and respecting all other faiths and beliefs, aiming to provide an inclusive environment that nurtures the confidence and self‑esteem of every pupil. Its educational approach focuses on holistic development, encouraging children to reach their full potential through a balanced curriculum that integrates academic learning with personal and social growth. The campus boasts a wide range of facilities designed to support both mainstream and special educational needs. These include a gymnasium, indoor hall, astro‑turf and GAA pitches, an athletics track, a dedicated ASD unit, a multi‑sensory room, a modern school kitchen, and an extensive school yard. Classrooms are equipped with interactive touchscreens and iPads, enhancing digital literacy. A comprehensive special education team and a range of specialised classes further ensure that learners with additional needs receive tailored support.
Applying to Clondrohid 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.
School-published admissions links
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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 Clondrohid 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 Clondrohid National School
How many pupils attend Clondrohid National School?
Clondrohid National School has 276 pupils enrolled, 121 girls and 155 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Clondrohid National School a DEIS school?
No. Clondrohid 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 Clondrohid National School?
Clondrohid National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.