Roscrea National School No 2
Roscrea, Tipperary
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 31 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 15 girls, 16 boys
- Ethos
- Church Of Ireland
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 13867P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St. Cronans National School, Rosemount is a co‑educational, multi‑denominational primary school under the patronage of the Church of Ireland, situated in Roscrea, Co. Tipperary. The school welcomes children of all faiths, abilities and cultures, providing a safe, caring environment for pupils aged four to twelve. With a modest roll of 27 pupils, the school benefits from small class sizes, two class teachers and dedicated special‑education/EAL support, allowing personalised attention and the early identification of each child’s strengths and needs. The curriculum is broad and balanced, encompassing Irish, English, Maths, Religious Education, Geography, History, Science, SPHE, Art, Music, Drama and Physical Education. Learning is student‑centred and reinforced by modern facilities such as interactive whiteboards in four spacious classrooms, a well‑equipped technology suite and outdoor spaces for gardening and sport. Extra‑curricular provision includes a range of sporting activities, visual and performing arts, and technology projects, fostering holistic development alongside academic achievement. St. Cronans places a strong emphasis on literacy, numeracy and the development of positive attitudes. The school’s ethos, rooted in the Church of Ireland values of respect, inclusion and mutual support, encourages families to choose sacraments in the Catholic tradition if desired, reflecting a flexible, community‑focused approach. Pupils are encouraged to explore personal interests, develop confidence and become well‑rounded individuals ready for the next stage of their education.
Applying to Roscrea National School No 2
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 Roscrea National School No 2. 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 Roscrea National School No 2
How many pupils attend Roscrea National School No 2?
Roscrea National School No 2 has 31 pupils enrolled, 15 girls and 16 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Roscrea National School No 2 a DEIS school?
No. Roscrea National School No 2 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 Roscrea National School No 2?
Roscrea National School No 2 has a Church Of Ireland ethos. It is a mixed primary school.