St Edwards National School
Sligo
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 207 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 105 girls, 102 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17277O the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Edward’s National School is a vibrant primary school that embraces the Irish ethos of *Bí Cineálta* – “be kind”. The school provides a nurturing, inclusive environment for children from junior infants to sixth class, with a strong emphasis on personal wellbeing, social responsibility and academic achievement. A comprehensive range of policies underpins everyday life, including a robust anti‑bullying programme, restorative practice, child safeguarding, GDPR compliance, healthy eating guidelines, physical education, relationships and sexuality education (RSE) and a clear homework framework. These policies demonstrate the school’s commitment to creating a safe, supportive and forward‑looking learning community. The curriculum is delivered through a blend of traditional classroom teaching and experiential learning. Recent projects have seen pupils exploring three‑dimensional geometry with hands‑on activities, undertaking orienteering trips in local woodlands, and participating in tag‑rugby events organised with Connacht Rugby. Such activities reflect the school’s focus on active, enquiry‑based learning that develops both academic skills and confidence. Facilities include well‑equipped classrooms, a playground area for outdoor play, and access to local sports venues, enabling a balanced programme of physical education and creative pursuits. Parents are actively involved through regular newsletters, surveys and a range of support resources such as the “Help My Child Learn” guide. The school’s transparent communication and collaborative approach foster strong partnerships with families, reinforcing its role as a community‑centred institution that prepares children for lifelong learning and responsible citizenship.
Applying to St Edwards 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.
National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to St Edwards 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 Edwards National School
How many pupils attend St Edwards National School?
St Edwards National School has 207 pupils enrolled, 105 girls and 102 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Edwards National School a DEIS school?
Yes. St Edwards 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 Edwards National School?
St Edwards National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.