Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig
Kilmore, Roscommon
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 18 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 6 girls, 12 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 11201U the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Naomh Pádraig is a suburban primary school set on approximately 1.2 hectares of landscaped grounds in Ballyroan, Rathfarnham. It combines a “village heart” with modern provision, offering a mixed‑infant programme that eases the transition from preschool to “big school”. The school’s ethos is rooted in Catholic values while actively welcoming children of all faiths and backgrounds, fostering a community built on kindness, diligence and inclusivity. Learning is approached holistically, with a strong partnership between parents, staff and the Board of Management to support each pupil’s academic and personal development. The campus boasts a wide range of high‑quality facilities: a school garden and tree‑lined green spaces, a well‑stocked library, state‑of‑the‑art playground equipment, a sports pitch, basketball court and a spacious hall for assemblies and indoor sport. Dedicated sensory and quiet rooms cater for additional‑needs learners, and digital technologies are integrated across the curriculum. A rich programme of extracurricular activities, including STEM, arts, language, physical education, social‑environmental education and a variety of after‑school clubs, ensures that learning extends beyond the classroom and encourages curiosity, creativity and wellbeing. Scoil Naomh Pádraig places particular emphasis on nurturing diverse abilities. Children with additional educational needs receive child‑led, supportive instruction in specialised settings such as the Fireflies class. The school’s mission is to develop self‑reliant, socially responsible individuals who value their own worth, respect others and contribute positively to society and the environment.
History
Scoil Naomh Pádraig (also known as St Patrick’s National School) was founded by the Mercy Order in 1966. The school’s origins are linked to Catherine Mc Auley, founder of the Mercy Order, whose belief that educating the young is the most productive work for society continues to inform the school’s ethos. Although the Mercy Order no longer serves as trustee, its values remain embedded in the school’s aims and daily practice.
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 18 pupils enrolled, 6 girls and 12 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig 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 Padraig?
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.