Scoil Náisiúnta Domhnach Mor
Castlefin, Donegal
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 22 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 7 girls, 15 boys
- Ethos
- Presbyterian
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17241Q the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naisiunta Domhnach Mór is a small, rural Church of Ireland national school situated in the Glen of Imaal, County Wicklow. The school caters for children from Junior Infants through to 6th class, with a two‑room, multi‑age set‑up that encourages older pupils to mentor younger ones, fostering a close‑knit, family‑like atmosphere. The ethos stresses equality and respect for every pupil regardless of background, and the philosophy is to provide a caring, secure environment where each child can develop holistically – academically, physically, culturally, spiritually and socially. The campus benefits from a generous outdoor area that includes a basketball court, playground equipment such as swings, slides and tunnels, and open fields for safe play. Additional space is available in two large parish halls, enabling activities like hip‑hop, gymnastics, GAA and physical education even on rainy days. A varied programme of extra‑curricular events – from a “Spooky Walk” in the forest at Halloween and a traditional Christmas party, to Pancake Day cooking, science and maths weeks, heritage walks and an annual sports day shared with three other schools – enriches the children’s experience and promotes community involvement.
History
Donoughmore National School was founded in 1883 and has remained a small rural school nestled on a quiet cul‑de‑sac leading to Donoughmore Church. Over the years it has retained its Church of Ireland foundation while welcoming pupils of all faiths and none, maintaining a strong community focus and a commitment to holistic education.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Domhnach Mor
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 Domhnach Mor. 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 Domhnach Mor
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Domhnach Mor?
Scoil Náisiúnta Domhnach Mor has 22 pupils enrolled, 7 girls and 15 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Domhnach Mor a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Domhnach Mor 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 Náisiúnta Domhnach Mor?
Scoil Náisiúnta Domhnach Mor has a Presbyterian ethos. It is a mixed primary school.