Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig
Knockmore, Mayo
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 148 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 83 girls, 65 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 12206M the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Pádraig Naofa, Corrabheagáin is a mixed, rural primary school situated two miles from the village of Knockmore and five miles from Ballina town in County Mayo. The school operates within a Catholic ethos under the patronage of Bishop John Fleming of the Diocese of Killala, while warmly welcoming pupils of all faiths and promoting religious tolerance. A strong partnership between the board of management, parents, teachers and the local community creates a supportive environment where academic excellence and personal development are central to the school’s mission. The curriculum is broad and balanced, designed to cater for the diverse abilities and cultural backgrounds of its pupils. Emphasis is placed on nurturing each child’s unique gifts, with a range of extracurricular activities such as art, music, sport (including an annual 5 km fun run) and after‑school programmes enriching the learning experience. Facilities were expanded in 1975 to include a multi‑purpose room, additional classrooms and a staff‑room, providing modern spaces for both teaching and community events.
History
Scoil Pádraig Naofa, Corrabheagáin was built in 1965. In 1971 two local schools, Pontoon and Carrowgarve, were amalgamated to form Currabaggan National School. An extension was added in 1975, incorporating a multi‑purpose room, two new classrooms and a staff‑room.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig
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 Padraig. 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 Padraig
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig?
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig has 148 pupils enrolled, 83 girls and 65 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig 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 Naomh Padraig?
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.