Scoil Naomh Chaitriona
Ballyshannon, Donegal
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 77 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 30 girls, 47 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17945G the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Naomh Chaitríona is a co‑educational primary school situated on College Street in Ballyshannon, County Donegal. The school serves the local community by providing a welcoming environment where pupils can engage in a broad curriculum complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities. Regular updates are posted on the school’s website, allowing parents and pupils to stay informed about weekly events, news, and showcases of student work through photographs, videos and newsletters. The school places a strong emphasis on holistic development, offering dedicated sections for well‑being, active school initiatives and a range of clubs and activities that support physical, social and emotional growth. Enrolment for each academic year is managed online, with clear information about open days, admission dates and forms readily available to prospective families. Through its active communication strategy and community‑focused programmes, Scoil Naomh Chaitríona aims to foster a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages curiosity, creativity and a love of learning among its pupils.
Applying to Scoil Naomh Chaitriona
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 Naomh Chaitriona. 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 Naomh Chaitriona
How many pupils attend Scoil Naomh Chaitriona?
Scoil Naomh Chaitriona has 77 pupils enrolled, 30 girls and 47 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Naomh Chaitriona a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Naomh Chaitriona 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 Naomh Chaitriona?
Scoil Naomh Chaitriona has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.