St Leonards National School
Ballycullane, Wexford
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 112 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 52 girls, 60 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 14909K the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Leonards National School is a Catholic primary school under the patronage of the Bishop of Ferns, located in the Parish of Tintern in south‑eastern Wexford. The school provides a nurturing environment for children aged 4‑12, with a staff complement that includes five mainstream class teachers, two special‑education teachers and three special needs assistants, supported by administrative and caretaking personnel. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto, “Ní Neart go Cur le Chéile” – “There is no strength without unity” – which underpins a collaborative culture among pupils, parents, the Board of Management and staff. The curriculum is delivered in an inclusive, stimulating setting that balances traditional academic learning with opportunities for creative and physical development. Emphasis is placed on fostering social cohesion, respect and confidence, ensuring that every child, including those with additional needs, can thrive. The school’s facilities accommodate both mainstream and specialised teaching, reflecting its commitment to equal access to quality education for all members of the community.
Applying to St Leonards 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 Leonards 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 Leonards National School
How many pupils attend St Leonards National School?
St Leonards National School has 112 pupils enrolled, 52 girls and 60 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Leonards National School a DEIS school?
No. St Leonards National School 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 St Leonards National School?
St Leonards National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.