Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire
Milford, Donegal
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 218 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 112 girls, 106 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18151U the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Mhuire, Milford is a Catholic primary school situated on Convent Road in the town of Milford, County Donegal. The school provides a holistic education that nurtures the intellectual, spiritual, moral, social, cultural and physical development of each pupil. Guided by the motto *“Ní Neart go Cur le Chéile”* (“There is No Strength Without Unity”), the school creates a welcoming, safe and well‑ordered environment where Christian values of truth, justice, respect and compassion are modelled daily. A strong partnership with parents, the Board of Management and the wider community underpins a collaborative ethos, encouraging active involvement and shared responsibility for pupils’ learning and wellbeing. The campus comprises a range of purpose‑built classrooms, including dedicated infant and junior blocks, a General Purpose Room, a Sixth Class classroom and specialised spaces for special educational needs, such as an autism class and dedicated SEN assistants. The school participates in national initiatives such as the Active Flag, Green Schools, and the Amber Flag, reflecting its commitment to health, sustainability and inclusive education. These programmes, together with a focus on academic excellence and personalised learning pathways, equip children to become confident, balanced and socially responsible members of society.
History
Education in Milford dates back to 1814. In 1896 the Catholic Church secured a grant to establish a school, initially operating from temporary premises. A purpose‑built two‑room school opened in 1902 on a site donated by the 5th Earl of Leitrim. Rapid population growth led to a new three‑classroom building on the present site in 1959, soon expanded with an additional classroom and an infant block. Further extensions in the early 1990s added a General Purpose Room and a Sixth Class classroom, with ongoing refurbishments and improvements continuing to the present day. The school has been led by a succession of principals, the current head having taken up the role in 2019.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire
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.
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National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire. 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 Mhuire
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire?
Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire has 218 pupils enrolled, 112 girls and 106 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire 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 Mhuire?
Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.