Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Iosef
Clarina, Limerick
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 290 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 155 girls, 135 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19272O the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
St Joseph’s National School, Ballybrown, is a co‑educational primary school situated in Clarina, Co Limerick, under the patronage of the Catholic Bishop of Limerick. The school’s ethos is centred on the full and harmonious development of each pupil, fostering cognitive, intellectual, physical, cultural, moral and spiritual growth. A Christian philosophy of life underpins the curriculum, encouraging a living relationship with God and with others, and preparing children for the sacraments of Holy Communion and Confirmation. The school benefits from its location adjacent to the local Resource Centre, providing easy access to additional learning resources and community facilities. A dedicated team of enthusiastic staff works to create a safe, happy and welcoming environment where kindness, respect and perseverance are core values. Emphasis is placed on nurturing individual talents, supporting academic achievement, and promoting social and emotional wellbeing through a balanced programme of classroom learning, sport, cultural activities and community involvement.
History
Saint Joseph’s National School Ballybrown opened in 1976 following the amalgamation of Tervoe Boys’ National School, Tervoe Girls’ National School and Lurriga National School. Since its foundation the school has been at the heart of the local community, benefitting from close ties with the neighbouring Resource Centre and the support of a school chaplain in preparing pupils for the sacraments.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Iosef
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 Naomh Iosef. 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 Naomh Iosef
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Iosef?
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Iosef has 290 pupils enrolled, 155 girls and 135 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Iosef a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Iosef 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 Naomh Iosef?
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Iosef has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.