Deravoy National School
Emyvale, Monaghan
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 71 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 32 girls, 39 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 00373P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Deravoy National School is a co‑educational primary school situated in the heart of Carrickroe, County Monaghan. The school prides itself on providing a caring and happy atmosphere underpinned by a strong Catholic ethos, which promotes respect for self and others while encouraging each child to reach their full potential. A dedicated teaching team delivers a high standard of education across the core curriculum – literacy, numeracy, Gaeilge, religion, technology, music and physical education – and fosters a love of exploration, discovery and enjoyment in learning. The school benefits from a vibrant community partnership, linking home, parish and local organisations to enrich pupil experiences. A wide range of extracurricular committees and teams, including Green Schools, Active Schools, Science & Technology, Coiste Gaelbhratach, Health Promotion, debating, and both boys’ and girls’ football, provide pupils with opportunities to develop skills beyond the classroom. These initiatives, together with a focus on nurturing the Irish language, create a well‑rounded environment that supports academic achievement and personal growth.
Applying to Deravoy 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 Deravoy 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 Deravoy National School
How many pupils attend Deravoy National School?
Deravoy National School has 71 pupils enrolled, 32 girls and 39 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Deravoy National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Deravoy 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 Deravoy National School?
Deravoy National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.