Rehins National School
Ballina, Mayo
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 217 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 105 girls, 112 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18561Q the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Rehins National School is a mixed Catholic primary school situated on the outskirts of Ballina, County Mayo. The school prides itself on an inclusive, warm community where every child is encouraged to thrive academically, socially and personally. A key feature is the dedicated Autism Spectrum Disorder unit, which includes a state‑of‑the‑art sensory room, quiet rooms, a nurturing space and a fully equipped kitchen, ensuring that pupils with additional needs receive tailored support in a calm environment. The curriculum is underpinned by a strong emphasis on technology and STEM. Each pupil has access to a G Suite account and the school maintains a fleet of over 60 Chromebooks, enabling the integration of film‑making, artificial intelligence, robotics and 3D‑printing into everyday learning. Physical education follows the PDST “Move Well, Move Often” programme and is delivered across an astro‑pitch, multiple outdoor play areas, a school garden and a polytunnel, promoting physical literacy and environmental awareness. A vibrant arts programme, ranging from choir and tin whistle to chess and visual arts, further enriches the holistic development of students.
History
Rehins National School participated in the national Dúchas folklore collection between 1937 and 1939, contributing 90 entries that were digitised and made available online. Under the guidance of teacher Mártín Ó Longáin, pupils compiled approximately 740 000 pages of folklore, including 192 pages of original copy‑book material, providing a valuable link to the local history and traditions of the 1930s.
Applying to Rehins 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 Rehins 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 Rehins National School
How many pupils attend Rehins National School?
Rehins National School has 217 pupils enrolled, 105 girls and 112 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Rehins National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Rehins 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 Rehins National School?
Rehins National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.