Scoil Náisiúnta Ceathru an Chlochar
Ballinrobe, Mayo
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 35 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 21 girls, 14 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 12816Q the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Roxboro National School, Scoil Náisiúnta Ceathrú an Chlochar, is a Catholic co‑educational primary school under the patronage of Archbishop Francis Duffy. Situated approximately 5.5 km from Ballinrobe on the edge of Lough Cara, the school enjoys a tranquil rural setting surrounded by the Roxboro countryside and close to the local racecourse. The campus combines a modern building, opened in 2007, with the historic 1887 structure, providing spacious classrooms, specialist facilities and ample outdoor areas that support a broad curriculum and extracurricular activities. The school’s ethos centres on the holistic development of each child, nurturing intellectual, physical, cultural, moral and spiritual growth in line with Catholic teachings. A strong partnership between the Board of Management, the Home/School Association and parents underpins a supportive learning community where pupils are encouraged to achieve competence in reading, writing and numeracy, develop a love of learning and deepen their faith while feeling safe, included and happy.
History
Roxboro National School was originally built in 1887, establishing a long tradition of primary education in the Ballinrobe area. In 2007 the school relocated to a new, purpose‑built facility that incorporates the original 19th‑century building, blending historic character with contemporary classrooms and amenities. Since the move, enrolment numbers have continued to rise, reflecting the school’s reputation for quality education.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Ceathru an Chlochar
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 Ceathru an Chlochar. 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 Ceathru an Chlochar
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Ceathru an Chlochar?
Scoil Náisiúnta Ceathru an Chlochar has 35 pupils enrolled, 21 girls and 14 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Ceathru an Chlochar a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Ceathru an Chlochar 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 Ceathru an Chlochar?
Scoil Náisiúnta Ceathru an Chlochar has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.