Newport Central
Mayo
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 243 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 106 girls, 137 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19451O the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Newport National School is a co‑educational primary school situated in County Mayo, providing the Irish national curriculum for children aged four to thirteen. Established in 1977 and dedicated to the Holy Family, the school fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment where each child’s individuality is valued. A strong emphasis is placed on high‑quality teaching and learning, with a collaborative staff team that supports both mainstream and special education needs. The campus is equipped with modern facilities, including a multi‑use games area, a large astro‑turf pitch and an indoor sports hall, alongside contemporary classrooms and teaching resources. These amenities enable a broad range of curricular and extracurricular activities, from sports and outdoor learning to a varied after‑school programme. The school also runs three Explorers classes for children with autism, integrating them progressively into mainstream classes, and maintains a dedicated Special Education Needs team that tailors programmes to support diverse learners.
History
Newport National School was founded in 1977 and has been dedicated to the Holy Family since its inception. Over the decades it has expanded its facilities and programmes to become a modern primary school that balances academic rigour with a supportive, inclusive ethos.
Applying to Newport Central
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 Newport Central. 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 Newport Central
How many pupils attend Newport Central?
Newport Central has 243 pupils enrolled, 106 girls and 137 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Newport Central a DEIS school?
Yes. Newport Central 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 Newport Central?
Newport Central has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.