Coronea National School
Cavan
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 14 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 11 girls, 3 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16767D the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Coronea National School is a small, rural primary school situated in the heart of the Cavan countryside at Cornafean, within the Diocese of Kilmore. Built in 1927, the school currently educates 14 pupils across two classrooms, fostering a close‑knit community where every child is known and supported. The school operates under a Catholic ethos, which is woven into daily routines and the overall school life, providing a values‑based framework for learning and personal development. The educational approach at Coronea N.S. emphasises high standards of learning alongside the holistic development of each pupil. In addition to the acquisition of knowledge and skills, the curriculum prioritises the cultivation of positive attitudes, wellbeing, and self‑esteem, aiming to nurture responsible and confident young adults. A dedicated staff team creates a happy, thriving environment that encourages hard work, mutual respect and plenty of fun, ensuring that children enjoy a balanced and enriching school experience.
History
Coronea National School was constructed in 1927 and has served the local community ever since. The school, located in Cornafean, Cavan, remains a small institution with 14 pupils divided between two classrooms. It will celebrate its centenary in 2027, marking 100 years of education in the area.
Applying to Coronea 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 Coronea 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 Coronea National School
How many pupils attend Coronea National School?
Coronea National School has 14 pupils enrolled, 11 girls and 3 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Coronea National School a DEIS school?
No. Coronea 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 Coronea National School?
Coronea National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.