Rosemount National School
Rosemount, Westmeath
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 104 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 41 girls, 63 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16961W the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Rosemount National School is a Roman Catholic primary school situated in Moate, County Westmeath. The school’s ethos centres on fostering the full and harmonious development of each pupil – intellectually, physically, culturally, morally and spiritually – within a happy, secure and caring learning environment. The curriculum follows the guidelines set by the Department of Education and Science, and the school places a strong emphasis on respect for the community, the environment and the Catholic faith. The campus offers a wide range of modern facilities to support both academic and extracurricular learning. Pupils have access to a fully equipped computer room and a well‑resourced library that encourages recreational reading. Classrooms are spacious and fitted with interactive whiteboards, while a multi‑purpose G.P. hall provides space for indoor activities. Outdoor provision includes two playgrounds with basketball, tennis and football equipment, a dedicated field for various sports, and convenient access to a local GAA pitch and astro‑turf surface. Beyond the classroom, the school promotes a balanced programme of activities such as yoga, science weeks, engineering trips and seasonal events, all designed to enrich the pupil experience and nurture a love of learning in a supportive community setting.
History
Rosemount National School (originally Kilcumreragh National School) was built in 1934. It has been extended twice, first in 1989 and again in 2007. The school operates under the patronage of the Bishop of Meath and is governed by a Board of Management elected every four years.
Applying to Rosemount 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 Rosemount 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 Rosemount National School
How many pupils attend Rosemount National School?
Rosemount National School has 104 pupils enrolled, 41 girls and 63 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Rosemount National School a DEIS school?
No. Rosemount 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 Rosemount National School?
Rosemount National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.