Scoil Náisiúnta Chobh Chionn Tsaile
Ardbrack,, Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 213 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 113 girls, 100 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18829J the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Summercove National School is a vibrant primary school situated in the coastal village of Summercove, Kinsale, County Cork. The school provides education for children from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class, offering a balanced programme that nurtures academic achievement alongside moral, social and spiritual development. A strong emphasis is placed on fostering a broad range of skills and competencies, encouraging personal well‑being, active citizenship and lifelong learning. The curriculum is enriched with Irish language and cultural activities, reflecting the school’s commitment to a Gaelic atmosphere and Christian ethos. The learning environment is inclusive and supportive, with dedicated staff, special needs assistants and support education teachers working together to meet the diverse needs of pupils. Facilities support a wide variety of experiences, from regular Physical Education lessons and coding workshops with external partners to music and drama activities, as well as opportunities for pupils to engage in community events such as local sports matches. The school’s vibrant community spirit is further reinforced by active parental involvement and a collaborative partnership with the Board of Management and the Parents’ Association.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Chobh Chionn Tsaile
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 Chobh Chionn Tsaile. 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 Chobh Chionn Tsaile
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Chobh Chionn Tsaile?
Scoil Náisiúnta Chobh Chionn Tsaile has 213 pupils enrolled, 113 girls and 100 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Chobh Chionn Tsaile a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Chobh Chionn Tsaile 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 Chobh Chionn Tsaile?
Scoil Náisiúnta Chobh Chionn Tsaile has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.