Scoil An Spioraid Naomh (Boys)
Cork
Key facts
- Boys
- Pupils enrolled
- 398 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20077A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil an Spioraid Naoimh Boys National School is a vibrant primary‑level institution situated on Curraheen Road in Bishopstown, on the western fringe of Cork city. Operating under the patronage of the Bishop of Cork and Ross and the Department of Education and Science, the school delivers the full Irish primary curriculum to boys from junior infants through to sixth class. The learning environment is designed to be inclusive and supportive, with a strong emphasis on both academic achievement and the holistic development of each pupil. The school benefits from modern, up‑to‑date facilities that have been continually improved since the original building’s extension in 2001. A dedicated team of twenty‑two teachers, seven learning‑support/resource teachers and seven special‑needs assistants work alongside a caretaker and administrative staff to provide a nurturing atmosphere. A wide range of extra‑curricular activities and optional subjects are offered, reinforcing the school’s commitment to fostering curiosity, creativity and community spirit among its students.
History
Scoil an Spioraid Naoimh Boys first opened its doors in October 1964 as a two‑room prefabricated structure on a newly acquired site on Curraheen Road, initially catering for infant boys and girls. Early planning was driven by the rapid housing boom in western Cork and the resulting demand for local primary education. Mons. D. Murphy and architect J. R. Boyd Barrett oversaw the project, with the first principal, Bn. Uí Riordáin, and assistant Miss Vaughan leading the inaugural staff. In 1965 a twelve‑classroom school was erected, but continued population growth required additional prefabricated classrooms, which remained in use until the end of 2002. The school peaked at 928 pupils in the late 1970s, prompting further expansion. A major extension was completed in 2001, modernising the campus while preserving its tradition of inclusive, high‑quality education.
Applying to Scoil An Spioraid Naomh (Boys)
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 Spioraid Naomh (Boys). 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 Spioraid Naomh (Boys)
How many pupils attend Scoil An Spioraid Naomh (Boys)?
Scoil An Spioraid Naomh (Boys) has 398 pupils enrolled. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil An Spioraid Naomh (Boys) a DEIS school?
No. Scoil An Spioraid Naomh (Boys) 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 An Spioraid Naomh (Boys)?
Scoil An Spioraid Naomh (Boys) has a Catholic ethos. It is a boys' primary school.