Moycarkey National School
Thurles, Tipperary
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 138 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 72 girls, 66 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 04005G the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Moycarkey National School is a primary‑level institution that operates under a Catholic ethos while welcoming children from all faith backgrounds. The school’s core aim is to nurture each pupil in a caring atmosphere of fairness, respect and tolerance, supporting the development of academic, emotional, social, physical and spiritual potential. A strong partnership between management, staff and parents underpins this approach, with open communication and mutual trust encouraged throughout the school community. The curriculum is complemented by a vibrant programme of extracurricular activities that celebrate creativity and community spirit – from art competitions and cinema outings for the junior infants to festive events such as the annual Christmas market and open evenings for prospective families. These events foster a sense of belonging and showcase the school’s commitment to holistic education. Facilities include dedicated classrooms for each class level, play areas, and resources that support both learning and play, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive.
Applying to Moycarkey 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 Moycarkey 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 Moycarkey National School
How many pupils attend Moycarkey National School?
Moycarkey National School has 138 pupils enrolled, 72 girls and 66 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Moycarkey National School a DEIS school?
No. Moycarkey 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 Moycarkey National School?
Moycarkey National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.