Scoil Náisiúnta Leitirgeis
Renvyle, Galway
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 39 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 20 girls, 19 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 09833W the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naisiunta Leitirgeis (Lettergesh National School) is a co‑educational primary school serving the local community in Lettergesh. The school delivers the Irish national curriculum for children aged four to twelve, providing a balanced programme of literacy, numeracy, social studies, arts and physical education. Emphasis is placed on fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning. The school day is organised to offer a structured yet flexible timetable, incorporating dedicated time for classroom learning, outdoor play and enrichment activities. Uniform guidelines help promote a sense of belonging and equality among students, while the school’s policies and resources for parents underline a collaborative approach to each child’s education. Facilities include well‑equipped classrooms, a playground for active recreation, and spaces for creative and practical work, ensuring that pupils have the resources they need to explore and develop a wide range of skills. Through regular communication with families, a clear set of policies and an active board of management, the school strives to maintain high standards of pastoral care and academic achievement, preparing children for the transition to secondary education and lifelong learning.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Leitirgeis
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 Leitirgeis. 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 Leitirgeis
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Leitirgeis?
Scoil Náisiúnta Leitirgeis has 39 pupils enrolled, 20 girls and 19 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Leitirgeis a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Leitirgeis 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 Leitirgeis?
Scoil Náisiúnta Leitirgeis has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.