Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Deaglan
Ardmore, Waterford
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 94 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 47 girls, 47 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18048E the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Declan’s National School, situated in the seaside village of Ardmore, County Waterford, provides primary education for 114 children aged 4 to 12. The school fosters a relaxed yet purposeful atmosphere where learning is encouraged to happen naturally. Emphasis is placed on a friendly, inclusive environment that supports both academic progress and personal development, allowing pupils to thrive at their own pace. The school benefits from a range of modern facilities designed to enhance the curriculum. Dedicated Science and Music rooms enable hands‑on exploration, while extensive ICT equipment ensures that digital literacy is woven throughout daily lessons. Outdoor spaces are generous and well‑maintained, offering ample opportunity for physical activity and experiential learning. These resources combine to create a well‑rounded educational experience that prepares children for the next stage of their schooling.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Deaglan
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
View Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Deaglan's own calendar (2026/2027 school year)
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Deaglan. The school publishes its own calendar, linked above, and that is the authoritative source for its reopening date and discretionary closure days.
- 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 Naomh Deaglan
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Deaglan?
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Deaglan has 94 pupils enrolled, 47 girls and 47 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Deaglan a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Deaglan 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 Naomh Deaglan?
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Deaglan has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.