Scoil Náisiúnta an Coill Mhor
Mayo
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 17 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 6 girls, 11 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17321O the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Cuilmore National School (Scoil Náisiúnta an Coill Mhór) is a small, rural primary school situated in a scenic location just off the main road between Newport, Westport and Castlebar, with views of Croagh Patrick. The school offers spacious, modern classrooms and a large, well‑equipped playground that includes a vegetable garden, mud pits and a variety of outdoor learning spaces. All pupils have access to computers and other technology, supporting a contemporary curriculum that balances literacy and numeracy with a strong emphasis on STEM, music, swimming, gymnastics and GAA sports. The ethos centres on the full and harmonious development of each child, promoting a healthy, active body as the foundation for a healthy, active mind. A wide range of extracurricular activities – from science and art competitions to guest‑speaker sessions with marine biologists and local artists – enriches the learning experience. Small class sizes, high levels of support for children with additional needs and strong community links create a warm, family‑like atmosphere where every learner is encouraged to reach their full potential.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta an Coill Mhor
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 Scoil Náisiúnta an Coill Mhor. 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 Scoil Náisiúnta an Coill Mhor
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta an Coill Mhor?
Scoil Náisiúnta an Coill Mhor has 17 pupils enrolled, 6 girls and 11 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta an Coill Mhor a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta an Coill Mhor 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 Scoil Náisiúnta an Coill Mhor?
Scoil Náisiúnta an Coill Mhor has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.