Scoil Náisiúnta Pol A Tsomais
Béal an Átha, Mayo
Key facts
- DEIS
- Gaeltacht
- Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 27 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 14 girls, 13 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- All subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16283E the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naisiunta Pol a’ tSómhais (Pullathomas National School) is a small, community‑focused primary school situated in Pullathomas, Ballina, County Mayo. The school provides Irish‑medium and English‑medium instruction for children in the Junior (Seomra Beag) and Senior (Seomra Mór) rooms, fostering a supportive learning environment that balances academic rigour with the development of social and creative skills. Classrooms are organised by age groups, allowing teachers to tailor lessons to the developmental needs of each cohort while encouraging peer interaction across the whole school. A hallmark of the school is its vibrant programme of extracurricular activities. Regular events such as the “Tráth na gCeist” sports afternoons, the Halloween celebration (Oíche Shamhna), and the annual Christmas festivities demonstrate a strong commitment to play‑based learning and cultural participation. The school also engages in artistic endeavours, exemplified by its involvement in the Gaelcholáiste Chomáin Art Competition, which highlights students’ creativity and connection to Irish heritage. The school’s facilities include dedicated spaces for both junior and senior pupils, with areas equipped for indoor games, craft work and physical activity. Through a blend of classroom teaching, community events and cultural projects, Scoil Naisiunta Pol a’ tSómhais aims to nurture confident, well‑rounded learners who are proud of their local identity and prepared for the next stage of education.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Pol A Tsomais
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 Pol A Tsomais. 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 Pol A Tsomais
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Pol A Tsomais?
Scoil Náisiúnta Pol A Tsomais has 27 pupils enrolled, 14 girls and 13 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Pol A Tsomais a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Pol A Tsomais 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.
Does Scoil Náisiúnta Pol A Tsomais teach through Irish?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Pol A Tsomais teaches all subjects through Irish. It is also located in a Gaeltacht area.