Iosef Naofa
Cork
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 90 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 43 girls, 47 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18377A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St. Joseph’s National School is a Catholic co‑educational primary school situated in Fermoy, Co. Cork. The school’s ethos is rooted in Christian values and a commitment to the holistic development of each pupil, fostering physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual and moral well‑being. Learning takes place in a happy, caring and safe environment where respect for individuals and the wider environment is central, encouraging children to strive confidently towards their full potential. The curriculum is delivered within a supportive atmosphere that promotes self‑actualisation, positive self‑image and environmental awareness, integrating appreciation of history, culture, art and religion. The school provides inclusive provision for children with special educational needs, including a dedicated class for pupils with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, and offers a range of specialist support staff. Uniforms consist of a navy tracksuit with a red stripe and a red polo shirt, sourced locally, and the school day runs from 8.50 am, with supervised arrival from 8.40 am and staggered finish times for infant and other classes.
Applying to Iosef Naofa
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 Iosef Naofa. 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 Iosef Naofa
How many pupils attend Iosef Naofa?
Iosef Naofa has 90 pupils enrolled, 43 girls and 47 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Iosef Naofa a DEIS school?
Yes. Iosef Naofa 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 Iosef Naofa?
Iosef Naofa has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.