Scoil Iosagain Cbs Primary School
Limerick
Key facts
- DEIS
- Boys
- Pupils enrolled
- 222 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16910F the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Íosagáin CBS Primary School is a boys’ primary school catering for pupils from 2nd to 6th class. It operates as a Catholic school founded by the Christian Brothers in 1816, yet it explicitly welcomes children from a wide range of religious, ethnic and cultural backgrounds. The school’s ethos centres on inclusion and strives to make learning an enjoyable and memorable experience for every pupil, encouraging a supportive community where diversity is respected. The curriculum is delivered within a framework that promotes both academic achievement and personal development. Emphasis is placed on holistic growth through programmes such as active school weeks, physical education, and partnerships that enhance the learning environment. The school also aligns with a series of DEIS (Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools) strategies covering attendance, numeracy, literacy, parental involvement and transition planning, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and equitable outcomes for all students.
History
Scoil Íosagáin was founded by the Christian Brothers in 1816 as a Catholic primary school for boys. Over more than two centuries it has evolved to welcome pupils from diverse religious, ethnic and cultural backgrounds while maintaining its foundational Catholic ethos.
Applying to Scoil Iosagain Cbs Primary School
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 Iosagain Cbs Primary School. 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 Iosagain Cbs Primary School
How many pupils attend Scoil Iosagain Cbs Primary School?
Scoil Iosagain Cbs Primary School has 222 pupils enrolled. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Iosagain Cbs Primary School a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Iosagain Cbs Primary School 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 Iosagain Cbs Primary School?
Scoil Iosagain Cbs Primary School has a Catholic ethos. It is a boys' primary school.