Robertson National School
Stranorlar, Donegal
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 89 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 42 girls, 47 boys
- Ethos
- Church Of Ireland
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18731P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Robertson National School is a small, mixed‑gender primary school serving children from Junior Infants to Sixth class. The school operates a dual‑classroom model, with two year groups sharing a single classroom, fostering peer‑learning and collaborative teaching. The curriculum is delivered under the auspices of the Church of Ireland but is open to pupils of all faiths and none, reflecting an inclusive ethos. A dedicated Home School Liaison (HSCL) provides additional support to families, offering home visits and personalised guidance to enhance each child’s educational experience. The campus comprises a bright, welcoming main building that has been expanded several times, most recently in 2022, and a well‑equipped prefab annex that offers a warm, comfortable learning environment. Outdoor facilities were upgraded in 2009 to include a soft‑play area and ball courts, providing ample space for physical activity. With approximately 90 pupils drawn from a variety of cultural backgrounds, the school benefits from a close‑knit community supported by a team of teachers, special needs assistants, and essential staff such as a cook, caretaker and cleaner.
History
Robertson National School, Stranorlar, was constructed in 1963 to replace the former school on Main Street (now the site of Andie’s Superstore). Managed by the Church of Ireland, the school welcomes children of all faiths and none. An extension in 2007 added two new classrooms, and the grounds were enhanced in 2009 with a soft‑play area and ball courts. A further expansion in 2022 introduced an additional classroom, two offices and two SET (Special Educational Needs) rooms.
Applying to Robertson 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 Robertson 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 Robertson National School
How many pupils attend Robertson National School?
Robertson National School has 89 pupils enrolled, 42 girls and 47 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Robertson National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Robertson 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 Robertson National School?
Robertson National School has a Church Of Ireland ethos. It is a mixed primary school.