St Marys National School
TEMPLEMORE, Tipperary
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 24 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 15 girls, 9 boys
- Ethos
- Church Of Ireland
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 15795D the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
St Mary’s National School is a small, community‑focused primary school situated on Church Street in Templemore, County Tipperary. The school presents itself as “a small school with a big heart”, aiming to provide an accessible and informative environment where every child can experience an exciting and supportive education. Emphasis is placed on fostering a warm, welcoming atmosphere that encourages parental involvement and celebrates the achievements of its pupils through regular events and recognitions such as attendance awards, sports successes, and festive celebrations. The school offers a range of extra‑curricular provisions that enhance the curriculum, including swimming lessons held at the Roscrea Swimming Pool and a preschool and after‑school programme. organisational structures such as a Parent Association, Student Council, Board of Management and dedicated staff underpin the school’s collaborative ethos. Regular updates via the news section and a calendar of events keep families informed about activities ranging from sports finals to Christmas parties, reflecting a vibrant school life centred on holistic development.
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.
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 24 pupils enrolled, 15 girls and 9 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Marys National School a DEIS school?
Yes. St Marys 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 Marys National School?
St Marys National School has a Church Of Ireland ethos. It is a mixed primary school.