Scoil Mhuire Agus Eoin
Lotabeg, Cork
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 304 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 141 girls, 163 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20497W the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Mhuire agus Eoin is a Catholic co‑educational primary school situated in Mayfield, Cork, offering a broad‑based curriculum that balances strong literacy and numeracy foundations with a vibrant, stimulating learning environment. The school places the wellbeing, social and emotional development of each pupil at the centre of its ethos, fostering a supportive atmosphere where children are encouraged to reach their full potential. A dedicated team of staff promotes collaborative learning, continuous professional development and the integration of innovative teaching methods across all subjects. The school is recognised for its progressive projects, including a Creative Schools Arts initiative, a Digital Excellence programme with a focus on STEM and robotics, and active participation in the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) forum. Facilities such as a dedicated Nurture Room, a sensory garden and specialised spaces for pupils with autism enhance inclusive education, while extracurricular clubs, ranging from Fun Club to Wear Red Day, provide a well‑rounded experience that nurtures creativity, teamwork and community spirit.
History
In September 2017 two long‑standing primary schools in the parish of Mayfield, Scoil Mhuire Banríon (founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1962) and Scoil Naomh Eoin Aspal (established in 1973), amalgamated to form the co‑educational Scoil Mhuire agus Eoin. The merger revived the historic co‑educational tradition that existed at The Angel Guardian National School before 1962, continuing the strong Catholic and community‑focused legacy of both predecessor schools.
Applying to Scoil Mhuire Agus Eoin
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
View Scoil Mhuire Agus Eoin's own calendar (2026/2027 school year)
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Scoil Mhuire Agus Eoin. The school publishes its own calendar, linked above, and that is the authoritative source for its reopening date and discretionary closure days.
- 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 Mhuire Agus Eoin
How many pupils attend Scoil Mhuire Agus Eoin?
Scoil Mhuire Agus Eoin has 304 pupils enrolled, 141 girls and 163 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Mhuire Agus Eoin a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Mhuire Agus Eoin 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 Mhuire Agus Eoin?
Scoil Mhuire Agus Eoin has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.