St Marys National School
Nenagh, Tipperary
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 53 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 27 girls, 26 boys
- Ethos
- Church Of Ireland
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 15778D the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St. Mary’s No. 2 National School, Nenagh is a co‑educational Church of Ireland primary school that welcomes children of all faiths and none. The school’s ethos centres on respect, kindness, excellence and a strong sense of community, fostering an inclusive environment where every pupil is encouraged to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. A broad and balanced curriculum underpins daily learning, offering rich opportunities across the arts, sport, wellbeing and traditional subjects, all designed to inspire curiosity and nurture each child’s individual potential. The school benefits from modern, spacious facilities, including bright, well‑equipped classrooms, dedicated support teaching rooms, a large playground and a multipurpose hall. These environments support a variety of learning styles and extracurricular activities, promoting both physical health and creative expression. Strong links with parents and the wider Nenagh community enhance the learning experience, with regular collaboration and communication ensuring that families are integral partners in each child’s education.
Applying to St Marys 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 Marys 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 Marys National School
How many pupils attend St Marys National School?
St Marys National School has 53 pupils enrolled, 27 girls and 26 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Marys National School a DEIS school?
No. St Marys 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 Marys National School?
St Marys National School has a Church Of Ireland ethos. It is a mixed primary school.