St Annes Primary School
Navan, Meath
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 312 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 163 girls, 149 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 00883P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Anne’s Loreto Primary School is a Catholic, co‑educational primary school situated in Fairgreen, Navan, County Meath. Operating under the patronage of the Bishop of Meath, the school delivers the Irish primary curriculum within a caring, inclusive environment. The school day runs from 9.15 am to 3 pm and serves children from the local Navan community as well as families from a range of cultural backgrounds, including the travelling community. The school places a strong emphasis on holistic development, promoting respect, co‑operation and self‑worth while fostering a positive learning atmosphere. A broad range of activities, such as Science Week and Maths Week, complement the academic programme, encouraging curiosity and practical engagement. Facilities include mainstream classrooms, a dedicated Speech and Language Class for seven pupils, and specialised support for children with special educational needs, assisted by special‑needs assistants. St Anne’s benefits from an active Board of Management and a vibrant parent community that work together to sustain the Catholic ethos and support continuous improvement. The school’s large, multidisciplinary staff ensures that each child’s individual needs are met, preparing them for lifelong learning and active participation in society.
Applying to St Annes Primary 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.
National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to St Annes Primary 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 Primary School
How many pupils attend St Annes Primary School?
St Annes Primary School has 312 pupils enrolled, 163 girls and 149 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Annes Primary School a DEIS school?
Yes. St Annes Primary 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 Primary School?
St Annes Primary School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.