Naomh Tola National School
Delvin, Westmeath
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 219 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 105 girls, 114 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19205W the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St. Tola’s National School is a co‑educational Catholic primary school serving the community of Killulagh, just outside Delvin in County Westmeath. Established in 1969, the school is conveniently situated off the N52 on the Mullingar road, providing easy access for families in the surrounding rural area. It offers a welcoming environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially, emotionally and physically within a caring, inclusive setting. The school’s educational philosophy is rooted in its Catholic ethos, promoting the values of kindness (*b’ cineálta*), respect and equality. A holistic approach underpins the curriculum, aiming to nurture the spiritual, moral, intellectual, emotional, social and physical development of every child. Strong partnerships with parents, the Board of Management and the wider community are central to school life, ensuring that pupils with additional needs receive appropriate support. St. Tola’s also participates in a variety of school‑wide initiatives and activities that enrich the learning experience and foster a sense of belonging among students.
History
St. Tola’s National School has been serving its local community since its founding in 1969. Located just outside Delvin, the school has grown as a centre for Catholic education in the area, maintaining its commitment to inclusive, values‑based learning throughout its history.
Applying to Naomh Tola 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 Naomh Tola 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 Naomh Tola National School
How many pupils attend Naomh Tola National School?
Naomh Tola National School has 219 pupils enrolled, 105 girls and 114 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Naomh Tola National School a DEIS school?
No. Naomh Tola 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 Naomh Tola National School?
Naomh Tola National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.