Scoil Chlann Naofa
Leitrim
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 237 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 115 girls, 122 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20483L the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Chlann Naofa is a Catholic primary school situated in Ballinamore, County Leitrim, dedicated to delivering a holistic education that nurtures each child’s academic, spiritual, moral and personal development. The school’s ethos centres on providing a safe, supportive and caring environment where pupils are encouraged to explore their individual talents, interests and individuality. Emphasis is placed on the spiritual and moral formation of learners, reflecting the school’s Catholic identity, while also celebrating diversity and fostering a sense of community. The school actively promotes partnership with families, recognising parents as the primary educators of their children. By strengthening the link between home, school and the wider community, Scoil Chlann Naofa aims to create a collaborative atmosphere that supports pupils’ growth and learning. Recent activities highlighted on the site, such as class projects, cultural visits and retreats, illustrate the school’s commitment to experiential learning and the development of well‑rounded, confident young people.
Applying to Scoil Chlann 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.
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 Chlann 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 Chlann Naofa
How many pupils attend Scoil Chlann Naofa?
Scoil Chlann Naofa has 237 pupils enrolled, 115 girls and 122 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Chlann Naofa a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Chlann 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 Chlann Naofa?
Scoil Chlann Naofa has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.