Mount Palmer National School
Kilfian, Mayo
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 37 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 21 girls, 16 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20217N the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Mount Palmer National School is a primary‑level institution that aims to provide a quality learning experience for all pupils in a fun‑filled, safe and secure environment. The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement, working closely with families and local partners to foster a supportive atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially. Through its website the school keeps families informed of the latest news, upcoming events and important dates, ensuring transparent and timely communication. The school’s online presence highlights a range of resources such as a school calendar, blog and photo gallery, which showcase the vibrant life of the school community and its extracurricular activities. By maintaining up‑to‑date information and offering easy access to policies and documents, Mount Palmer National School demonstrates a commitment to organisational transparency and the well‑being of its pupils.
Applying to Mount Palmer 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 Mount Palmer 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 Mount Palmer National School
How many pupils attend Mount Palmer National School?
Mount Palmer National School has 37 pupils enrolled, 21 girls and 16 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Mount Palmer National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Mount Palmer 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 Mount Palmer National School?
Mount Palmer National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.