Scoil Náisiúnta Cnoc Ruscaighe
Westport, Mayo
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 206 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 93 girls, 113 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18712L the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Knockrooskey National School is a vibrant, community‑focused primary school situated near Aughagower, approximately six kilometres from Westport on the Ballinrobe Road. The school prides itself on creating a welcoming and happy environment where pupils are encouraged to develop both academically and socially. Emphasis is placed on fostering open, positive relationships with families, ensuring that every child’s individual needs are met and that they enjoy a supportive atmosphere for lifelong learning. The campus benefits from modern, networked classrooms and a range of specialised spaces. Since its original construction in 1963, the school has been expanded several times: a 2006 extension added four new classrooms and a library; a purpose room was introduced in 2009; and a 2012 development provided three additional classrooms, two learning‑support rooms and an upstairs meeting room. An ASD unit further demonstrates the school’s commitment to inclusive education, offering tailored support for pupils with additional needs.
History
Knockrooskey National School was built in 1963 and is located about 6 km from Westport on the Ballinrobe Road. In 2006 a four‑classroom extension with a library was added, followed by a purpose room in 2009. A further extension began in January 2012, delivering three new classrooms, two learning‑support rooms and an upstairs meeting room. All classrooms are fully networked, providing modern facilities to enhance learning.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Cnoc Ruscaighe
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 Cnoc Ruscaighe. 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 Cnoc Ruscaighe
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Cnoc Ruscaighe?
Scoil Náisiúnta Cnoc Ruscaighe has 206 pupils enrolled, 93 girls and 113 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Cnoc Ruscaighe a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Cnoc Ruscaighe 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 Cnoc Ruscaighe?
Scoil Náisiúnta Cnoc Ruscaighe has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.