Drumcorrin National School
Drum, Monaghan
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 20 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 9 girls, 11 boys
- Ethos
- Presbyterian
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19703P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Drumcorrin National School is a co‑educational primary school situated in the heart of Drum Village, County Monaghan. Operating under the patronage of the Monaghan Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland, the school embraces a Christian ethos that underpins its pastoral care and curriculum. Since opening its doors in 1980, the school has served the local community for over four decades, providing a welcoming environment where children are encouraged to develop academically, socially and spiritually. The school’s educational approach balances traditional learning with a strong emphasis on whole‑child wellbeing. Recent initiatives such as “Wellbeing Month” highlight a commitment to healthy eating through programmes like Fruity Fridays and the Food Dudes scheme, while weekly athletics, rugby and soccer sessions promote physical fitness. Spiritual development is nurtured through regular Bible verse study and reflective activities, fostering a supportive and values‑driven community. Facilities support a vibrant school life, with dedicated junior and senior rooms, a proactive Parent‑Teacher Association, and a range of extracurricular events including Christmas productions, PTA gatherings and guest speaker assemblies. These elements combine to create a dynamic, caring atmosphere that prepares pupils for lifelong learning.
Applying to Drumcorrin 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 Drumcorrin 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 Drumcorrin National School
How many pupils attend Drumcorrin National School?
Drumcorrin National School has 20 pupils enrolled, 9 girls and 11 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Drumcorrin National School a DEIS school?
No. Drumcorrin 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 Drumcorrin National School?
Drumcorrin National School has a Presbyterian ethos. It is a mixed primary school.