Frosses National School
Donegal
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 77 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 34 girls, 43 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16375J the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Frosses National School is a Roman Catholic primary school situated in the village of Frosses, County Donegal. The school occupies a spacious, modern building constructed in 1990 and fully refurbished with a new extension in 2008. It offers four large, bright classrooms that are well‑equipped with IQ Touch interactive whiteboards, a fully stocked library in each room and ten bench‑top computers per classroom, providing a technology‑rich learning environment. Two generous playgrounds cater separately for junior and senior pupils, and the premises include a staff room, principal’s office and secretary’s office, supporting smooth day‑to‑day operation. The school’s educational philosophy is grounded in the Catholic ethos and aims to nurture the intellectual, physical, cultural, moral and spiritual development of every child. A strong emphasis is placed on inclusive practice, with dedicated special‑education provision and a commitment to safeguarding, discipline and anti‑bullying policies. A wide range of extra‑curricular activities, including sport, music, quiz competitions and community projects, encourages pupil voice, teamwork and a love of lifelong learning. Breakfast club and after‑school services further support families, while the school’s vibrant community spirit is reflected in regular assemblies, environmental initiatives and active parental involvement.
History
The current school building was erected in 1990 and underwent a comprehensive refurbishment in 2008 when a new extension was added, expanding the capacity and modernising the facilities for contemporary teaching and learning.
Applying to Frosses 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 Frosses 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 Frosses National School
How many pupils attend Frosses National School?
Frosses National School has 77 pupils enrolled, 34 girls and 43 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Frosses National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Frosses 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 Frosses National School?
Frosses National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.