Newtowngore National School 1
Newtowngore, Leitrim
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 30 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 13 girls, 17 boys
- Ethos
- Church Of Ireland
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 09353I the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Newtowngore National School is a small, vibrant rural primary school under Church of Ireland patronage, welcoming children of all faiths and none. Set in a picturesque location on the Newtowngore/Carrigallen road near the County Cavan border, the school benefits from spacious grounds that include a grass pitch and a newly‑installed rope‑adventure trail, providing ample opportunities for outdoor learning and play. The school serves a wide catchment area encompassing Kildallon, Corrawallen, Newtowngore and Killegar, and enjoys strong, long‑standing community support. The educational ethos centres on a broad, balanced curriculum that encourages pupils to “try their best” and become comfortable with themselves. Emphasis is placed on developing confident, self‑motivated and socially responsible individuals who can contribute positively to the community. Communication with parents is fostered through homework diaries, phone contact, and regular newsletters, while after‑school care is provided onsite by Drumreilly Community Afterschool (1.50 pm‑2.50 pm) with optional extended care at the community centre. Facilities are complemented by a modern 1983‑era building, well‑maintained uniform standards, and reliable school transport for families living more than 3.2 km away. The school’s schedule runs from 9.10 am to 2.50 pm, with structured breaks and a focus on safe, inclusive learning environments.
Applying to Newtowngore National School 1
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 Newtowngore National School 1. 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 Newtowngore National School 1
How many pupils attend Newtowngore National School 1?
Newtowngore National School 1 has 30 pupils enrolled, 13 girls and 17 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Newtowngore National School 1 a DEIS school?
No. Newtowngore National School 1 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 Newtowngore National School 1?
Newtowngore National School 1 has a Church Of Ireland ethos. It is a mixed primary school.