Corlurgan National School
Cavan
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 65 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 31 girls, 34 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18518P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Corlurgan National School is a Catholic primary school situated in Mullymagowan, Corlurgan, County Cavan. The school places the holistic development of each child at the centre of its ethos, combining academic learning with spiritual, personal and social growth. A strong emphasis is placed on creating a welcoming, caring and secure environment where self‑esteem and confidence are nurtured. The curriculum is delivered through an inclusive approach that celebrates the uniqueness of every pupil, encouraging them to reach their full potential with compassion and enthusiasm. The school is recognised for its active, environmentally‑friendly ethos and a love of the arts and the outdoors. It offers a range of extra‑curricular and physical education programmes, including participation in Green School initiatives, Active School Week and a variety of sports and creative activities such as clay work and swimming galas. These opportunities aim to develop well‑rounded individuals who value teamwork, environmental stewardship and cultural appreciation alongside their academic achievements.
Applying to Corlurgan 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 Corlurgan 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 Corlurgan National School
How many pupils attend Corlurgan National School?
Corlurgan National School has 65 pupils enrolled, 31 girls and 34 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Corlurgan National School a DEIS school?
No. Corlurgan 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 Corlurgan National School?
Corlurgan National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.