Scoil Náisiúnta Fearghail Naofa
Killeagh, Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 203 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 90 girls, 113 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17297U the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
St Fergal’s National School is a co‑educational primary school situated in Killeagh Gardens, Killeagh, Co. Cork. The school operates within a Catholic ethos while giving due recognition to all other religions, and it describes itself as fully inclusive, celebrating the cultural, sporting and academic achievements of every pupil and staff member. A strong emphasis is placed on promoting positive behaviour and fostering a sense of pride and belonging throughout the whole school community. The curriculum is complemented by a broad programme of extracurricular activities. Pupils can take part in GAA and soccer, develop musical skills through the school band and choir, and explore creativity in dedicated art classes. The school also runs a Homework Club, a Green School initiative and participates in the Active Schools programme, highlighting its commitment to environmental awareness and physical wellbeing. Additional support services such as a book‑rental scheme and a clearly defined school uniform policy further enhance the learning environment. Facilities are designed to support these varied programmes, providing spaces for sport, music, art and collaborative learning, ensuring that each child has the opportunity to develop holistically in a supportive, values‑driven setting.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Fearghail 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 Fearghail 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 Fearghail Naofa
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Fearghail Naofa?
Scoil Náisiúnta Fearghail Naofa has 203 pupils enrolled, 90 girls and 113 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Fearghail Naofa a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Fearghail 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 Fearghail Naofa?
Scoil Náisiúnta Fearghail Naofa has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.