Scoil Náisiúnta Sheanain
Foynes, Limerick
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 99 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 45 girls, 54 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 02813E the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St. Senan’s National School is a co‑educational primary school situated in the coastal town of Foynes, County Limerick. Established in 1969, the school has grown into a vibrant learning centre that balances a strong academic programme with a wide range of extra‑curricular activities. The curriculum is child‑centred, encouraging pupils to explore and develop their potential in a happy, secure and inclusive environment. Facilities include well‑equipped classrooms, a modern school yard with new play equipment, and provisions for hot meals, reflecting the school’s commitment to the wellbeing of its students. The teaching team is described as dynamic, committed and multi‑talented, placing a high value on academic excellence while fostering creativity and social development. A variety of programmes such as the Blue Star Programme, fundamental movement skills sessions, and regular visits from community groups (e.g., local fire brigade, sports clubs) enrich the educational experience. The school also promotes active parental involvement through a dedicated Parents Area and a range of school policies that support a safe and supportive learning community.
History
St. Senan’s National School has been educating generations of families in Foynes since its founding in 1969. Over more than five decades the school has evolved from a modest local school into a well‑established centre of learning, continually adapting its facilities and programmes to meet the changing needs of its community.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Sheanain
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 Sheanain. 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 Sheanain
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Sheanain?
Scoil Náisiúnta Sheanain has 99 pupils enrolled, 45 girls and 54 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Sheanain a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Sheanain 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 Sheanain?
Scoil Náisiúnta Sheanain has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.