Scoil Mhuire Na Ngrás
Greenmount, Cork
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 240 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 109 girls, 131 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 12473M the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Mhuire na nGrás (Greenmount National School) is a co‑educational primary school situated in the historic Greenmount area of Cork City. It welcomes children from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class, with a current enrolment of over 250 pupils. The school’s ethos centres on providing a caring and happy environment that enables each child to develop their full potential both as an individual and as a member of society. A strong emphasis is placed on inclusive education, with programmes that support a wide range of learning needs and interests. The campus combines historic charm with modern facilities. The original school building, opened in 1967, was expanded by a large contemporary extension in 2013, creating spacious classrooms and specialised spaces such as a multi‑sensory room. Additional provisions include dedicated language classes, autism support classes, and a community play‑group for pre‑school children. The school also promotes active, outdoor learning through its “Active Green” initiatives, encouraging pupils to engage with the natural environment and develop a lifelong love of learning.
History
Founded in 1854 by the Presentation Brothers, Scoil Mhuire na nGrás has served the Greenmount community for over 160 years. The original school building was opened in 1967, and a substantial modern extension was added in 2013 to accommodate growing enrolments and contemporary educational provision. Throughout its history the school has maintained a close relationship with the Presentation Brothers, who continue to act as Trustees and support the school’s development.
Applying to Scoil Mhuire Na Ngrás
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 Na Ngrás. 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 Na Ngrás
How many pupils attend Scoil Mhuire Na Ngrás?
Scoil Mhuire Na Ngrás has 240 pupils enrolled, 109 girls and 131 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Mhuire Na Ngrás a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Mhuire Na Ngrás 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 Na Ngrás?
Scoil Mhuire Na Ngrás has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.