Scoil Náisiúnta Phadraig
Wexford
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 199 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 103 girls, 96 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17017L the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Crossabeg National School (St Patrick’s) is a mixed primary school serving the Crossabeg community in County Wexford. The school operates eight mainstream classrooms alongside two dedicated autism classes, providing education for a total roll of approximately 204 pupils. A strong emphasis is placed on inclusive, holistic development, with a range of specialist support staff, including special education teachers, special needs assistants and a dedicated administrative team, working together to meet the diverse needs of all learners. The school’s curriculum is delivered within a caring, creative environment that encourages both academic progress and personal growth. Facilities include purpose‑built spaces for the autism classes, opened in 2021 and expanded in 2023, which are equipped for learning, play and sensory activities. The wider school grounds are well‑maintained, reflecting the community’s pride in a clean and welcoming setting. A vibrant Parents’ Association and an active Board of Management collaborate with staff to enrich the school experience and foster a strong partnership between home and school.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Phadraig
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.
School-published admissions links
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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 Phadraig. 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 Phadraig
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Phadraig?
Scoil Náisiúnta Phadraig has 199 pupils enrolled, 103 girls and 96 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Phadraig a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Phadraig 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 Phadraig?
Scoil Náisiúnta Phadraig has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.