Gaelscoil Chionn tSáile
Cionn tSáile, Cork
Key facts
- Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 145 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 64 girls, 81 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- All subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20265B the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Gaelscoil Chionn tSáile is a co‑educational primary school under the patronage of the local bishop, delivering a Catholic ethos through the medium of Irish. The school’s core aim is to provide a high standard of education entirely in Irish, fostering academic excellence while nurturing each child’s individual strengths. By immersing pupils in the Irish language for all classroom learning and extracurricular activities, the school seeks to develop confident, bilingual learners who carry positive memories of their time at Gaelscoil Chionn tSáile. Beyond the core curriculum, the school offers a range of supportive programmes, including specialised classes for children with autism and a variety of clubs such as an after‑school club and a breakfast club. It is actively involved in national initiatives such as the Green Schools programme, Active School, and the FAI Schools scheme, reflecting a commitment to holistic development, health, and environmental awareness. The school’s facilities are designed to support both academic and personal growth, providing a safe, inclusive environment where pupils can explore, create and thrive.
Applying to Gaelscoil Chionn tSáile
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 Gaelscoil Chionn tSáile. 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 Gaelscoil Chionn tSáile
How many pupils attend Gaelscoil Chionn tSáile?
Gaelscoil Chionn tSáile has 145 pupils enrolled, 64 girls and 81 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Gaelscoil Chionn tSáile a DEIS school?
No. Gaelscoil Chionn tSáile 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.
Does Gaelscoil Chionn tSáile teach through Irish?
Yes. Gaelscoil Chionn tSáile teaches all subjects through Irish.