Scoil Náisiúnta Athracht Naofa
Charlestown, Mayo
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 268 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 128 girls, 140 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18003F the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
St. Attracta’s National School, Charlestown, Co. Mayo (Roll No. 18003F), is a Roman Catholic primary school operating under the Diocese of Achonry and in connection with the Minister for Education and Skills. The school’s ethos is centred on the holistic development of each pupil, fostering intellectual, physical, cultural, moral and spiritual growth while encouraging a living relationship with God and the wider community. Religious Education is delivered in line with the doctrines, practices and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church, underpinning the formation of pupils in the Catholic faith. The school actively promotes wellbeing and community engagement. Recent initiatives include a “Wellbeing Wednesday” programme with fruit stands and hydration stations, workshops with Childline representatives, and inspirational talks from local sports figures. Extracurricular success is highlighted by notable achievements in Gaelic games and other sports, reflecting a vibrant school life. The school maintains an up‑to‑date calendar, prospectus booklets for various classes, and a strong presence on social media, keeping families informed of news, events and student recognitions.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Athracht Naofa
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 Athracht Naofa. 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 Athracht Naofa
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Athracht Naofa?
Scoil Náisiúnta Athracht Naofa has 268 pupils enrolled, 128 girls and 140 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Athracht Naofa a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Athracht Naofa 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 Scoil Náisiúnta Athracht Naofa?
Scoil Náisiúnta Athracht Naofa has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.