Scoil Náisiúnta Padraig
Craanford, Wexford
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 152 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 73 girls, 79 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17354G the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naisiunta Padraig is a co‑educational national primary school situated in the rural village of Craanford, County Wexford. Set in the townland of Island, the school draws its name from the Irish *Ath an Chorráin*, referring to the distinctive crescent‑shaped shallow crossing of the River Lask that runs through the community. The school embraces its local heritage, promoting the Irish language alongside the national curriculum, and aims to provide a nurturing environment where children can develop academically, socially and culturally. The school places a strong emphasis on experiential learning and community involvement. Recent initiatives include the installation of solar panels, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and practical science education. Extracurricular activities are varied, ranging from participation in local GAA football competitions to pottery projects and school‑wide fitness events such as marathons, encouraging pupils to explore a broad spectrum of interests beyond the classroom. Facilities at Scoil Naisiunta Padraig support a holistic educational experience. In addition to modern classroom spaces, the school benefits from outdoor areas that facilitate sports and environmental projects, and the recent solar array provides a hands‑on resource for renewable‑energy lessons. The school’s active engagement with families and the wider community underpins its role as a central hub for learning and cultural life in Craanford.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Padraig
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 Padraig. 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 Padraig
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Padraig?
Scoil Náisiúnta Padraig has 152 pupils enrolled, 73 girls and 79 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Padraig a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Padraig 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 Padraig?
Scoil Náisiúnta Padraig has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.