Grangemockler National School
Carrick-On-Suir, Tipperary
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 47 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 21 girls, 26 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18501V the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Grangemockler National School is a primary‑level national school situated in the rural community of Grangemockler, County Tipperary. The school welcomes children to a nurturing environment that combines a strong sense of community with a commitment to the love of God, as reflected in the Irish motto “Táimid ag fás le chéile le grá Dé”. The curriculum is described as broad and balanced, with a focus on active learning, digital literacy and a happy, supportive atmosphere. The school highlights its dedication to providing modern digital learning opportunities alongside traditional teaching methods, ensuring pupils develop a wide range of skills. A team of dedicated staff works collaboratively to foster curiosity, confidence and a love of learning in every child. Facilities and ethos are geared towards creating an engaging, inclusive setting where children can thrive academically, socially and spiritually. The school’s emphasis on an active, happy environment underpins its aim to prepare pupils for the next stage of their education while maintaining strong community values.
Applying to Grangemockler 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 Grangemockler 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 Grangemockler National School
How many pupils attend Grangemockler National School?
Grangemockler National School has 47 pupils enrolled, 21 girls and 26 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Grangemockler National School a DEIS school?
No. Grangemockler 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 Grangemockler National School?
Grangemockler National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.