Glenmaquin No 2 National School
Letterkenny, Donegal
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 21 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 10 girls, 11 boys
- Ethos
- Presbyterian
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 09748I the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Glenmaquin National School is a mixed‑age primary institution serving the Glenmaquin community in County Donegal, offering both a preschool and a kindergarten. The school follows the Irish national curriculum while placing a strong emphasis on holistic development, cultural heritage and environmental stewardship. Learning is delivered through a blend of classroom instruction and experiential activities, with dedicated Junior and Senior Rooms that cater to the differing needs of younger and older pupils. The school’s programme includes a range of enrichment activities such as heritage workshops, dance classes with Pinehill Studio, and a bi‑annual Harvest Celebration that showcases pupils’ talents in music, reading and performance. The campus is equipped with modern facilities, including a newly‑built kitchen used for practical lessons like pizza making, and spaces that support the Ulster Scots flagship programme and the Active and Green Flag initiatives, reflecting a commitment to physical wellbeing and sustainability. A comprehensive suite of policies – covering child safeguarding, anti‑bullying, attendance, and digital use – underpins a safe and supportive learning environment. Community involvement is encouraged through events such as presidential visits and regular school news updates, fostering strong links between families, staff and the wider locality.
History
Glenmaquin National School celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2026, indicating that the school was founded around 1876. Over more than a century and a half it has evolved from a small rural schoolhouse into a modern primary school that retains deep roots in the local community while embracing contemporary educational practices.
Applying to Glenmaquin No 2 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 Glenmaquin No 2 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 Glenmaquin No 2 National School
How many pupils attend Glenmaquin No 2 National School?
Glenmaquin No 2 National School has 21 pupils enrolled, 10 girls and 11 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Glenmaquin No 2 National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Glenmaquin No 2 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 Glenmaquin No 2 National School?
Glenmaquin No 2 National School has a Presbyterian ethos. It is a mixed primary school.