St Clares Primary School
Cavan
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 548 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 428 girls, 120 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 08490N the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St. Clare’s Primary School is a Catholic‑ethos primary school situated in Ard Mhuire, Cavan Town (Eircode H12 DR74). The school emphasises a welcoming, caring atmosphere where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, personally and spiritually. A holistic approach underpins the curriculum, with a strong focus on religious and spiritual education, confidence‑building and the celebration of achievements across all areas of school life. The learning environment is supported by modern facilities, including high‑speed broadband provided through the Department of Education’s School Broadband Programme, which enhances digital learning and access to online resources. The school works closely with parents, the local parish and the wider community, fostering strong partnerships that enrich the educational experience and ensure each child can reach their full potential. Extracurricular activities and a vibrant school life are integral to St. Clare’s, offering a variety of clubs, cultural events and community projects that promote social interaction, creativity and a sense of belonging among pupils.
Applying to St Clares 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.
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 St Clares 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 Clares Primary School
How many pupils attend St Clares Primary School?
St Clares Primary School has 548 pupils enrolled, 428 girls and 120 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Clares Primary School a DEIS school?
Yes. St Clares 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 Clares Primary School?
St Clares Primary School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.