Scoil An Croi Ro Naofa
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Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 195 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 81 girls, 114 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20004T the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil an Chroí Ró Naofa is a Catholic primary school located in Castletownbere on the scenic Beara Peninsula. The school provides a broad, balanced curriculum for children aged 4‑12, underpinned by a strong commitment to the Irish language and Catholic ethos. Its motto, *Mol an Óige agus Tiocfaidh Sí* (“Praise the youth and they will follow”), reflects a focus on nurturing each pupil’s individuality while fostering a sense of community and shared purpose. Staff work collaboratively, drawing on a wealth of experience to deliver high‑quality teaching and to support the holistic development of every child. A distinctive feature of the school is *The Cuan*, a dedicated provision for pupils on the autism spectrum, offering both junior and senior classes that blend specialised support with mainstream integration. The school also benefits from an active Parents’ Association, which encourages parental involvement in a wide range of activities and events, reinforcing the partnership between home and school. Emphasis is placed on teamwork, community goodwill, and the promotion of Gaeilge in everyday conversation, creating a vibrant, inclusive learning environment.
Applying to Scoil An Croi Ro Naofa
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 An Croi Ro Naofa. 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 An Croi Ro Naofa
How many pupils attend Scoil An Croi Ro Naofa?
Scoil An Croi Ro Naofa has 195 pupils enrolled, 81 girls and 114 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil An Croi Ro Naofa a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil An Croi Ro Naofa 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 An Croi Ro Naofa?
Scoil An Croi Ro Naofa has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.