Scoil Náisiúnta Micheal Naofa
Thurles, Tipperary
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 195 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 91 girls, 104 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18775M the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naisiunta Micheal Naofa (St Michael’s National School) is a mixed primary school serving the local community with a focus on inclusive education. The school provides mainstream Junior Infants classes alongside a dedicated Autism Special Class, ensuring that children with additional needs receive tailored support in line with the Department of Education’s forward‑planning measures. Uniforms consist of a school tracksuit and polo shirt supplied by Stakelums Menswear in Thurles, promoting a cohesive and professional appearance for all pupils. The curriculum is underpinned by a strong safeguarding framework, with a published Child Safeguarding Statement and a range of policies covering behaviour, anti‑bullying, and Covid‑19 protocols. Reading Recovery provision highlights the school’s commitment to early literacy development, while regular newsletters and a comprehensive school booklet keep parents informed of school life. Class structures include Junior Infants, Senior Infants and First Class, each designed to foster a nurturing environment that balances academic rigour with personal development. Key features of the school include its emphasis on special education provision, clear pathways for enrolment via online forms, and active collaboration with the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) for families seeking special class placements. The school’s transparent governance is reflected in publicly available board of management reports, financial statements and policy documents, reinforcing accountability and community trust.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Micheal Naofa
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 Micheal Naofa. 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 Micheal Naofa
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Micheal Naofa?
Scoil Náisiúnta Micheal Naofa has 195 pupils enrolled, 91 girls and 104 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Micheal Naofa a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Micheal Naofa 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 Micheal Naofa?
Scoil Náisiúnta Micheal Naofa has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.