Liscarroll National School
Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 176 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 83 girls, 93 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 12015F the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Liscarroll National School is a Catholic, co‑educational primary school situated in a rural community and operates under the patronage of the Bishop of Cloyne. The school places a strong emphasis on instilling moral and Christian values while fostering a culture where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential through positive, active learning experiences. Academic progress and the wellbeing of each child are prioritised, with a supportive environment that promotes partnership with parents and the wider community. The school offers a range of specialised provision, including five special‑needs classes and dedicated programmes such as the Lios Cúram early‑intervention and ASD classes. A broad curriculum is complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities, from a thriving chess club to anti‑bullying initiatives like Bí Cineálta Week, and a Green Schools programme that encourages environmental stewardship. Facilities support both academic and holistic development, providing spaces for sports, creative arts, and therapeutic activities, ensuring an inclusive and nurturing setting for all learners.
Applying to Liscarroll 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 Liscarroll 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 Liscarroll National School
How many pupils attend Liscarroll National School?
Liscarroll National School has 176 pupils enrolled, 83 girls and 93 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Liscarroll National School a DEIS school?
No. Liscarroll 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 Liscarroll National School?
Liscarroll National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.