Scoil Náisiúnta Muire
Kells, Meath
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 165 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 79 girls, 86 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18132Q the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Mhuire Carlanstown is a mixed, co‑educational Catholic primary school situated in the centre of Carlanstown village, near Kells in County Meath. The school serves around 160 pupils and provides a supportive learning environment that values partnership between home and school, mutual respect and the holistic development of every child. Its curriculum is guided by a commitment to nurture moral, social, emotional and academic potential, while embracing the diversity of modern Irish society and the Catholic ethos that underpins the community. The school’s facilities include eight mainstream classrooms, a dedicated special‑education room, a sensory room, a purpose‑built P.E. hall, a basketball court and a football pitch. Specialist support is available through three Special Needs Assistants in mainstream classes and four in the Early Intervention (ASD) “Little Stars” classes, reflecting a strong inclusive ethos. Emphasis is placed on balanced healthy lifestyles, cultural appreciation and the development of confident, responsible citizens, with a focus on well‑being, emotional resilience and active parental involvement.
History
The school has expanded its provision in recent years, welcoming a sixth mainstream teacher in September 2021 as enrolments grew. In September 2022 the “Little Stars” Early Intervention ASD classes were opened, and in February 2022 the Department of Education granted an extension to add two Early Intervention rooms, a SEN base and three new classrooms to replace existing prefabs. These developments reflect a steady growth and commitment to inclusive education.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Muire
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 Muire. 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 Muire
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Muire?
Scoil Náisiúnta Muire has 165 pupils enrolled, 79 girls and 86 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Muire a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Muire 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 Muire?
Scoil Náisiúnta Muire has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.