Scoil Náisiúnta Beal Atha Grean
Kilmallock, Limerick
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 109 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 62 girls, 47 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19323F the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Béal Átha Grean (Ballyagran National School) is a vibrant rural primary school situated in the village of Ballyagran, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick, nestled beneath Castletown Hill and serving the surrounding townlands of Colmanswell and Killacolla. The school’s ethos centres on providing a fun, caring and inclusive learning environment where each child can progress at their own pace. A strong emphasis is placed on fostering a positive culture of teaching and learning, encouraging independence, respect for difference and the development of both academic and social skills. The curriculum is broad and balanced, covering Irish, English, Maths, Religion, History, Geography, Science, Art, Drama, Music, Physical Education and SPHE (Social, Personal and Health Education). Facilities have expanded over the years to include a dedicated early‑years room (Seomra Bhríd), a specialist ASD unit called “An Cuan”, and a modern extension that supports a range of classroom activities. Free school transport is provided for pupils living beyond three miles or in the catchment areas of the former constituent schools, reinforcing the school’s commitment to accessibility. Co‑curricular life is enriched by regular events such as Engineers Week, Green Schools projects, World Down Syndrome Day celebrations and Active Schools Week, reflecting a holistic approach that values community involvement, environmental awareness and the wellbeing of every pupil.
History
Scoil Béal Átha Grean was officially opened on 1 July 1974 following the amalgamation of four parish primary schools – Ballyagran, Castletown, Colmans Well and Killacolla. From its inception a free transport system was established for children living in the wider catchment area, a service that continues today. The school experienced rapid growth in the early 1990s, with enrolments exceeding 200 pupils, before stabilising at around 100 pupils in recent years. Significant developments include the creation of Seomra Bhríd in 2015, the addition of the ASD unit “An Cuan”, and the construction of a new building funded by community fundraising and a long‑running lotto, all of which have enhanced the school’s capacity and facilities.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Beal Atha Grean
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 Náisiúnta Beal Atha Grean. 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 Náisiúnta Beal Atha Grean
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Beal Atha Grean?
Scoil Náisiúnta Beal Atha Grean has 109 pupils enrolled, 62 girls and 47 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Beal Atha Grean a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Beal Atha Grean 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 Náisiúnta Beal Atha Grean?
Scoil Náisiúnta Beal Atha Grean has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.