Monreagh National School
Carrigans, Donegal
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 48 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 26 girls, 22 boys
- Ethos
- Presbyterian
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 07143K the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Monreagh National School is a small rural primary school situated in Carrigans, Lifford, County Donegal. The school operates with a three‑teacher team and currently educates around 51 pupils, providing a close‑knit, family‑like atmosphere. Housed in a purpose‑built facility completed in September 2011 and officially opened in 2012, the premises include modern classrooms, dedicated spaces for special educational needs, and areas for active play and creative work. The school’s ethos, under the patronage of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland, welcomes children of all faiths and focuses on holistic development. Its aims encourage social cooperation, personal responsibility, respect for community and the realisation of each child’s unique potential. A vibrant programme of extracurricular activities complements the curriculum, featuring sports days, active school weeks with rugby, hurling, Gaelic football and céilí dancing, as well as arts projects such as World Book Day displays and music sessions. These initiatives foster wellbeing, teamwork and a love of learning beyond the classroom.
History
The original Monreagh National School was established in 1853, serving generations of the local community. A new, modern building was completed in September 2011 and officially opened in 2012, providing updated facilities for contemporary education.
Applying to Monreagh 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 Monreagh 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 Monreagh National School
How many pupils attend Monreagh National School?
Monreagh National School has 48 pupils enrolled, 26 girls and 22 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Monreagh National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Monreagh 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 Monreagh National School?
Monreagh National School has a Presbyterian ethos. It is a mixed primary school.