Myna National School
Westport, Mayo
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 102 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 42 girls, 60 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16618J the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Myna National School is a co‑educational primary school that provides a nurturing environment for children from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class. The school follows the Irish national curriculum while placing a strong emphasis on holistic development, integrating both academic learning and a broad range of extra‑curricular activities. Dedicated learning support is available to ensure that pupils with additional needs receive appropriate assistance, fostering an inclusive community where every child can thrive. The school’s programme extends beyond the classroom with specialised evening sessions that enrich the pupils’ experience. Yoga classes are offered on Monday evenings, promoting physical wellbeing and mindfulness. Tuesday evenings are devoted to technology classes, introducing students to digital skills and creative problem‑solving. Additionally, cooking classes for Junior and Senior Infants are held on Wednesday evenings, encouraging practical life skills and healthy habits. Enrolment is facilitated through an online portal, streamlining the registration process for families. Modern facilities support a vibrant learning atmosphere, with well‑equipped classrooms, dedicated spaces for learning support, and areas for the various extracurricular programmes. The school’s commitment to community involvement and parental partnership further enhances the educational experience, making it a supportive centre for early childhood education in the locality.
Applying to Myna 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 Myna 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 Myna National School
How many pupils attend Myna National School?
Myna National School has 102 pupils enrolled, 42 girls and 60 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Myna National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Myna 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 Myna National School?
Myna National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.