Crosskeys Central National School
Crosskeys, Cavan
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 118 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 65 girls, 53 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19432K the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Crosskeys National School is a co‑educational, Catholic primary school under the patronage of the Bishop of Kilmore, serving families in the parish of Denn and the surrounding rural community of Crosskeys, County Cavan. The school provides education for children from Junior Infants through to graduation in 6th class, offering a curriculum that balances academic learning with play‑based and environmental experiences. A dedicated team of staff creates a stimulating environment that encourages curiosity, respect and responsibility, working in partnership with parents to support each child’s full potential. The school’s ethos centres on the harmonious development of the whole child, fostering a love of learning, self‑confidence and well‑rounded personal growth. Core values include respect for the individual, community spirit and the encouragement of balanced, happy young people. Facilities and initiatives such as after‑school clubs and a structured school calendar support a vibrant, supportive learning community.
History
Crosskeys National School opened its doors in 1978, replacing several smaller schools in the parish and has since served the local community as the primary educational institution for the area.
Applying to Crosskeys Central 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 Crosskeys Central 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 Crosskeys Central National School
How many pupils attend Crosskeys Central National School?
Crosskeys Central National School has 118 pupils enrolled, 65 girls and 53 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Crosskeys Central National School a DEIS school?
No. Crosskeys Central 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 Crosskeys Central National School?
Crosskeys Central National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.