Cornamaddy Community National School
Athlone, Westmeath
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 306 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 157 girls, 149 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17903N the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Cornamaddy Community National School is a multi‑denominational primary school situated on the Athlone side of the M6 Dublin/Galway motorway, close to the Department of Education and Skills, Ericsson, Athlone Education Centre, Athlone Institute of Technology and Garrycastle GAA Club. The school provides a welcoming, inclusive environment for children aged 4‑12, offering a balanced curriculum that blends traditional Irish primary education with modern approaches to literacy, numeracy, digital learning and wellbeing. Facilities include well‑equipped classrooms, a dedicated junior infant space, a kitchen that supplies hot meals to all pupils, and access to after‑school programmes such as Kids Inc, supporting extended learning and recreation. The school places a strong emphasis on community partnership and parental involvement, reflected in regular enrolment evenings, e‑payment options for school fees, and a comprehensive suite of policies covering child safeguarding, health and safety, inclusion and digital use. Its location near higher‑education institutions and local businesses provides opportunities for enrichment activities and collaborative projects, reinforcing its role as a vibrant educational hub in the Cornamaddy area.
History
On 30 August 2023 Cornamaddy Community National School transitioned to a multi‑denominational Community National School under the governance of the Leitrim‑Westmeath Education and Training Board (LWETB), continuing a long history of primary education in the Cornamaddy community.
Applying to Cornamaddy Community 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 Cornamaddy Community 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 Cornamaddy Community National School
How many pupils attend Cornamaddy Community National School?
Cornamaddy Community National School has 306 pupils enrolled, 157 girls and 149 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Cornamaddy Community National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Cornamaddy Community 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 Cornamaddy Community National School?
Cornamaddy Community National School has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed primary school.