Lisgriffin National School
Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 28 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 16 girls, 12 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16945B the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Lisgriffin National School is a co‑educational primary school that has been a cornerstone of its rural community since 1933. The school is committed to fostering the holistic development of every pupil, combining a strong academic programme with a broad range of extracurricular activities such as science, sport, Aistear (early childhood curriculum), music and an active school ethos. Emphasis is placed on preparing children for a smooth transition to secondary education by equipping them with the knowledge, skills and confidence required for further study. The campus benefits from extensive renovations carried out in 2009, resulting in warm, safe and highly functional learning environments. Classrooms are spacious and well‑equipped, providing ample room for both indoor learning and outdoor play. Dedicated parking zones facilitate safe drop‑off and pick‑up, and the school’s location offers easy access to surrounding towns without traffic congestion. These facilities support a vibrant community atmosphere where children can thrive academically, socially and physically.
History
Lisgriffin National School opened in 1933, offering local children a nearby place of learning at a time when transport options were limited. Over more than 85 years it has become a vital part of the community, educating successive generations and acting as a social hub. In 2009 the school underwent major works to modernise its grounds and buildings, creating a warm, safe and functional environment with ample space for both play and learning. The school continues to serve families from the surrounding area, providing accessible education and looking forward to welcoming future generations.
Applying to Lisgriffin 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 Lisgriffin 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 Lisgriffin National School
How many pupils attend Lisgriffin National School?
Lisgriffin National School has 28 pupils enrolled, 16 girls and 12 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Lisgriffin National School a DEIS school?
No. Lisgriffin 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 Lisgriffin National School?
Lisgriffin National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.