Labasheeda Central National School
Kilrush, Clare
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 30 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 16 girls, 14 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19386G the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Labasheeda Central National School is a rural primary school situated in Cullenagh, Labasheeda, Kilrush, County Clare (V15 XF84). It provides full‑time education for children from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class, operating a structured timetable that includes a mid‑morning break, a lunchtime period and staggered home‑time for infants (2:10 pm) and older pupils (3:10 pm). The school places a strong emphasis on a holistic, community‑centred approach to learning, integrating academic rigour with a wide range of extracurricular activities such as local quizzes, tree‑planting projects, sports achievements and cultural celebrations like Saint Brigid’s Day. Regular visits from local organisations, including the Gardai for online safety sessions and the Irish Forestry Unit Trust for environmental work, demonstrate a commitment to developing well‑rounded, socially responsible pupils. The school’s ethos is underpinned by a suite of policies that promote a safe and supportive environment: anti‑bullying, child safeguarding, GDPR compliance, a behavioural plan, a code of conduct and a healthy eating policy. Recent enhancements to the physical environment include new yard furniture and the “Rambling House”, providing flexible indoor/outdoor learning spaces that encourage active, experiential education. These facilities, together with a dedicated staff team and strong parental involvement, create a nurturing setting where children can thrive academically and personally.
Applying to Labasheeda Central 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.
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National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Labasheeda Central 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 Labasheeda Central National School
How many pupils attend Labasheeda Central National School?
Labasheeda Central National School has 30 pupils enrolled, 16 girls and 14 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Labasheeda Central National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Labasheeda Central 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 Labasheeda Central National School?
Labasheeda Central National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.