Scoil Naomh Cholmcille
RAMELTON, Donegal
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 68 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 34 girls, 34 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18241V the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Naomh Cholmcille is a Catholic national school situated in the rural community of Tullydonnell, Togher, Co. Louth. The school’s ethos is firmly rooted in the gospel values of love, truth and justice, and it seeks to nurture the whole child – emotionally, academically, spiritually and physically. A strong emphasis is placed on respect, manners, inclusivity and kindness, with learning experiences deliberately designed to be engaging, inspiring and adaptable to individual learning styles. The staff work collaboratively to promote each pupil’s talents and abilities, fostering a supportive environment where confidence, self‑awareness and a love of learning can flourish. The school’s vision extends beyond the classroom, promoting intellectual, cultural, moral and spiritual development through whole‑school projects such as Green Flag initiatives, musical productions, sporting competitions and assemblies. A vibrant partnership with parents and the wider community underpins regular communication and active involvement, while a comprehensive suite of policies – including child safeguarding, anti‑bullying, healthy lunch, RSE and a clearly defined homework framework – ensures a safe, healthy and inclusive setting for all pupils.
Applying to Scoil Naomh Cholmcille
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.
School-published admissions links
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National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Scoil Naomh Cholmcille. 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 Cholmcille
How many pupils attend Scoil Naomh Cholmcille?
Scoil Naomh Cholmcille has 68 pupils enrolled, 34 girls and 34 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Naomh Cholmcille a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Naomh Cholmcille 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 Cholmcille?
Scoil Naomh Cholmcille has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.