Scoil Cholmcille
MOVILLE, Donegal
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 133 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 61 girls, 72 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18791K the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Cholmcille National School, situated in Greencastle, Co. Donegal, is a Catholic‑patroned primary school that places the holistic development of each child at the centre of its ethos. The school’s curriculum is designed to nurture academic achievement alongside physical, moral, emotional, spiritual, aesthetic, cultural, social and personal growth, encouraging pupils to view themselves as unique individuals and responsible citizens. A strong Catholic identity under the patronage of the Bishop of Derry informs everyday practice, with the faith‑based ethos woven through teaching, assemblies and community activities. The learning environment is described as friendly and inclusive, with a focus on respect and valuing every child. Facilities include a spacious playground that supports active play and outdoor learning, and the school offers opportunities for pupils to engage in a range of extracurricular activities, such as sports days and student council initiatives. Regular communication with families is maintained through newsletters, a calendar of events and an open‑evening policy that allows prospective parents to visit classrooms and meet staff before enrolment. Enrolment procedures are clearly outlined, requiring a completed form and a birth certificate, with a minimum age of four years by 31 August of the application year. The school welcomes visits prior to starting, ensuring that children and their families feel comfortable with the setting. An open evening for Junior Infants was scheduled for February 2018, reflecting the school’s commitment to transparent and supportive admission processes.
Applying to Scoil Cholmcille
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 Cholmcille. 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 Cholmcille
How many pupils attend Scoil Cholmcille?
Scoil Cholmcille has 133 pupils enrolled, 61 girls and 72 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Cholmcille a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Cholmcille 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 Cholmcille?
Scoil Cholmcille has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.