Scoil Náisiúnta Lainn Cille
Mayo
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 66 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 31 girls, 35 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16904K the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Lankill National School is a rural primary school located in the heart of County Mayo, just five kilometres from Westport. It serves a close‑knit community of 66 pupils and offers a balanced curriculum delivered by a team of three mainstream teachers, a dedicated Special Education Teacher and a Special Needs Assistant, supported by part‑time administrative and caretaking staff. The school’s premises are well‑maintained, providing safe, modern classrooms and specialist spaces that cater for both mainstream and special educational needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment. The school places a strong emphasis on high academic standards while nurturing personal development through active participation in sport, cultural activities and community projects. Recent whole‑school evaluation (April 2015) highlighted the school’s excellent building condition, robust links with the local community and a caring, supportive ethos among staff and pupils. These strengths underpin a holistic approach that aims to develop confident, well‑rounded children ready for the next stage of their education.
History
The school underwent a whole‑school evaluation in April 2015, during which inspectors praised its high academic standards, excellent building condition, strong community links and the caring approach of its staff. No further historical details are provided on the website.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Lainn Cille
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 Lainn Cille. 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 Lainn Cille
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Lainn Cille?
Scoil Náisiúnta Lainn Cille has 66 pupils enrolled, 31 girls and 35 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Lainn Cille a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Lainn Cille 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 Lainn Cille?
Scoil Náisiúnta Lainn Cille has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.