Scoil Mhuire
Rockcorry, Monaghan
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 76 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 37 girls, 39 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 10429W the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Mhuire Rockcorry is a small, rural primary school situated in the picturesque village of Rockcorry, County Monaghan. The school caters for approximately 76 pupils across four mainstream classes and provides additional learning support through dedicated support and resource teachers. In September 2025 the school moved into a brand‑new, purpose‑built facility on the original site, offering modern classrooms, specialist learning areas and improved accessibility, which enhances the learning environment for both mainstream and support‑needs students. The school’s educational ethos centres on inclusivity and the development of each child’s full potential. A strong emphasis is placed on a balanced curriculum that integrates academic learning with personal, social and emotional development, supported by policies such as the Bí Cineálta (Be Kind) framework. Healthy eating initiatives, a clear COVID‑19 response plan and a range of extracurricular activities further contribute to a nurturing, community‑focused atmosphere that prepares pupils for the next stage of their education.
History
Scoil Mhuire was established in 1970 through the amalgamation of Edraguil National School and Corravacan National School. Since its founding, the school has served the Rockcorry community, evolving from its original premises to a state‑of‑the‑art building opened in September 2025.
Applying to Scoil Mhuire
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 Mhuire. 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 Mhuire
How many pupils attend Scoil Mhuire?
Scoil Mhuire has 76 pupils enrolled, 37 girls and 39 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Mhuire a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Mhuire 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?
Scoil Mhuire has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.