Scoil Náisiúnta Fhiachna
Glengarriff, Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 66 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 36 girls, 30 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19420D the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Fhiachna is a rural, co‑educational primary school located in Glengarriff, approximately 18 km west of Bantry. Operating under the patronage of the Bishop of Kerry, the school welcomes children of all faiths and nationalities, fostering an inclusive community where respect for diverse beliefs and cultures is central. The school provides education for pupils from Junior Infants to Sixth Class, with enrolments of just over 50 children, allowing each learner to be known individually and supported according to their academic, artistic, social and sporting strengths. The learning environment is warm, caring and well‑structured, with a strong partnership between staff, parents and the Board of Management. The curriculum follows the Department of Education’s primary programme, covering English, Irish, Mathematics, SESE (history, geography, science), Arts Education, Physical Education, SPHE and Religious Education. Facilities include three spacious classrooms, a dedicated art room, a large play area and high‑speed broadband connectivity provided through the national school broadband scheme, ensuring modern digital resources are available to enhance teaching and learning. A small, dedicated team of teachers, a learning‑support specialist and special‑needs assistants work together with part‑time administrative and cleaning staff to maintain a safe, well‑resourced setting. The school places a strong emphasis on responsibility, positive behaviour and the holistic development of each child, encouraging pupils to enjoy school life while adhering to a clear code of conduct.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Fhiachna
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 Fhiachna. 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 Fhiachna
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Fhiachna?
Scoil Náisiúnta Fhiachna has 66 pupils enrolled, 36 girls and 30 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Fhiachna a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Fhiachna 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 Fhiachna?
Scoil Náisiúnta Fhiachna has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.