Scoil Náisiúnta Re Na Scrine
Rosscarbery, Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 50 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 24 girls, 26 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17765E the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Náisiúnta Rae na Scríne is a small rural national school situated in the village of Reenascreena, approximately 8 km from Rosscarbery in West Cork. The school operates with a three‑teacher team, providing a close‑knit learning environment where pupils of different ages interact freely, fostering a strong sense of community and mutual support. Emphasis is placed on creating a safe and happy atmosphere, recognising that children learn best when they feel secure and valued. The educational approach is holistic, aiming to develop each child’s academic abilities alongside social, emotional and physical wellbeing. Contemporary teaching methods and up‑to‑date programmes are employed to engage pupils and cater to diverse learning styles. Strong links with the local community are evident through regular participation in events, sports days, concerts and outings, with parents and volunteers actively contributing to school life. Key features include mixed‑age learning groups, a supportive network of parents, and a commitment to nurturing a love of learning from the earliest stages of education. The school’s rural setting provides a tranquil backdrop that enhances the overall educational experience.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Re Na Scrine
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 Re Na Scrine. 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 Re Na Scrine
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Re Na Scrine?
Scoil Náisiúnta Re Na Scrine has 50 pupils enrolled, 24 girls and 26 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Re Na Scrine a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Re Na Scrine 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 Re Na Scrine?
Scoil Náisiúnta Re Na Scrine has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.