Rosegreen National School
Cashel, Tipperary
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 152 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 64 girls, 88 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 11605V the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Rosegreen National School is a co‑educational, Catholic primary school that provides a well‑ordered, caring and secure environment for its pupils. The school’s ethos is founded on meeting the intellectual, spiritual, physical, moral and cultural needs of children, while also recognising and respecting other faiths. A broad and balanced curriculum underpins daily learning, complemented by a strong focus on digital literacy and active, experiential education. The school encourages the professional and personal development of its staff through regular development programmes and promotes strong parent involvement via the Parents Association and regular home‑school communication. The school operates with six classroom teachers, two special‑education teachers and two full‑time Special Needs Assistants, supporting a roll of around 140 pupils. Facilities include modern classrooms, a dedicated staff room and office, and ample outdoor space used for activities such as cross‑country, field days and art competitions. The school day runs from 9:20 am for junior and senior infants and until 3:00 pm for older classes, with supervised care provided from 9:10 am to 3:00 pm. Emphasis is placed on fostering self‑esteem, respect for people and property, and a sense of responsibility within the whole school community.
History
Rosegreen National School moved to its present site in 1967, initially operating as a two‑teacher school with about 65 pupils. Following the closure of nearby schools, enrolment quickly rose to over 100, prompting expansion to a three‑teacher model by the mid‑1970s. In 1987 the current St Thomas the Apostle building replaced the original cedar‑wood structure. Subsequent developments under successive principals saw the addition of a new classroom, staff room and office, and growth to a staff complement that now includes six class teachers, two special‑education teachers and two special‑needs assistants. Today the school educates more than 140 pupils and continues to build on its long‑standing tradition of community‑focused education.
Applying to Rosegreen 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 Rosegreen 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 Rosegreen National School
How many pupils attend Rosegreen National School?
Rosegreen National School has 152 pupils enrolled, 64 girls and 88 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Rosegreen National School a DEIS school?
No. Rosegreen National School 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 Rosegreen National School?
Rosegreen National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.