Naomh Padraig Junior
Thurles, Tipperary
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 46 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 28 girls, 18 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19879G the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Patrick’s Junior and Senior National Schools, situated in Drangan, County Tipperary, provide co‑educational primary education from junior infants through to sixth class. The Junior School welcomes children from junior infants to second class, while the Senior School accommodates pupils from third to sixth class. Both schools operate under the auspices of the Diocese of Cashel and Emly and are firmly rooted in a Catholic ethos that prioritises the spiritual, moral and social development of each child. The curriculum is delivered with an emphasis on fostering happiness, self‑esteem and a love of learning, encouraging pupils, parents and staff to work collaboratively towards shared goals. A distinctive feature of the school community is its commitment to physical wellbeing and active lifestyles. Through participation in the Department of Education and Skills’ Active School Flag programme, the schools aim to create a physically educated and active environment, supported by Healthy Ireland initiatives. Regular sport sessions, dedicated physical‑education provision and a range of extracurricular activities further reinforce this focus. In addition, the school promotes a safe and inclusive atmosphere through the Amber Flag programme, which addresses anti‑bullying and mental‑health awareness, ensuring that every pupil feels protected and valued.
Applying to Naomh Padraig Junior
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 Naomh Padraig Junior. 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 Naomh Padraig Junior
How many pupils attend Naomh Padraig Junior?
Naomh Padraig Junior has 46 pupils enrolled, 28 girls and 18 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Naomh Padraig Junior a DEIS school?
Yes. Naomh Padraig Junior 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 Naomh Padraig Junior?
Naomh Padraig Junior has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.