Crosspatrick National School
Johnstown, Kilkenny
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 14 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 8 girls, 6 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17758H the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Crosspatrick National School is a mixed Roman Catholic primary school situated in County Kilkenny under the patronage of the Bishop of Ossory. The school prides itself on a low pupil‑teacher ratio, employing two mainstream class teachers, a support teacher and a special needs assistant to ensure each child receives personalised attention. The curriculum is broad and balanced, incorporating swimming, sport, science, art, music, drama, modern coding and STEM programmes, with a strong emphasis on integrating information and communication technology. Each pupil is provided with an iPad, which is used to reinforce literacy and numeracy, and the school benefits from a 500 MB fibre connection that delivers fast, reliable internet access. The campus benefits from excellent outdoor facilities, including a polytunnel for horticultural learning, a ball wall, a tarmac play area and well‑maintained grass fields. These spaces support the school’s commitment to outdoor and experiential learning, complementing classroom teaching. The proximity to the local church and the spacious village hall further enhances the community‑focused ethos of the school, offering additional venues for assemblies, events and extracurricular activities.
Applying to Crosspatrick 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 Crosspatrick 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 Crosspatrick National School
How many pupils attend Crosspatrick National School?
Crosspatrick National School has 14 pupils enrolled, 8 girls and 6 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Crosspatrick National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Crosspatrick 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 Crosspatrick National School?
Crosspatrick National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.