St Annes Con National School
Castlerea, Roscommon
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 141 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 102 girls, 39 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 13198V the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Anne’s National School is a Catholic primary school situated on Main Street in Castlerea, County Roscommon. It operates under the patronage of the Diocese of Elphin, having previously been overseen by the Sisters of Mercy. The school provides co‑educational provision from Junior Infants to First Class, after which it becomes a girls‑only environment for classes 2 to 6. With an enrolment of approximately 143 pupils, the school maintains a close‑knit community atmosphere emphasised by a strong ethos of togetherness – “Ní neart go cur le chéile”. The teaching team comprises a principal, seven mainstream teachers, specialist staff including two Special Education Teachers, two English as an Additional Language teachers, three Autism Spectrum Disorder teachers, and a dedicated support team of ten full‑time and one part‑time Special Needs Assistants. This mix enables a broad, inclusive curriculum that supports diverse learning needs. Extra‑curricular provision is extensive, featuring sport, choir, dance/hip‑hop, green‑school initiatives and regular school trips, fostering a well‑rounded experience beyond the classroom. Facilities are designed to support both academic and recreational activities, with dedicated spaces for arts, music and physical education, reflecting the school’s commitment to nurturing each child’s talents in a safe and welcoming environment.
History
St Anne’s National School was originally established under the patronage of the Sisters of Mercy and later transferred to the Diocese of Elphin. It has evolved into a co‑educational primary school up to First Class, with a girls‑only senior section, maintaining its Catholic ethos throughout its development.
Applying to St Annes Con National School
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.
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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 St Annes Con National School. 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 St Annes Con National School
How many pupils attend St Annes Con National School?
St Annes Con National School has 141 pupils enrolled, 102 girls and 39 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Annes Con National School a DEIS school?
Yes. St Annes Con National School 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 St Annes Con National School?
St Annes Con National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.