Templetuohy National School
Templetuohy, Tipperary
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 77 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 47 girls, 30 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16250M the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Holy Family National School is a small, rural primary school situated in the tranquil village of Templetuohy. The school provides a warm, welcoming environment for children aged 4‑12, emphasising a caring and nurturing approach that supports each pupil’s educational potential. Classrooms are complemented by a large nature‑inspired mural that reflects the school’s connection to its surrounding countryside, creating an inspiring backdrop for learning. The school benefits from close links with the newly established Temple Tots preschool, which shares the campus and hosts an after‑school club operating from 12 pm to 6 pm. These facilities enable a seamless transition for younger children and offer extended care for families. Holy Family National School prioritises a balanced curriculum that blends traditional academic subjects with outdoor and creative activities, fostering both academic achievement and personal development in a supportive community setting.
History
Holy Family National School was established in 1985 as a small rural school in Templetuohy. Over the past three decades it has retained its traditional exterior while adding a prominent nature mural that enhances its setting. The school is adjacent to the newly set‑up Temple Tots preschool, where an after‑school club operates from 12 pm to 6 pm. Its mission is to provide an appropriate education for all pupils within a caring learning environment that nurtures each child’s educational potential.
Applying to Templetuohy 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 Templetuohy 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 Templetuohy National School
How many pupils attend Templetuohy National School?
Templetuohy National School has 77 pupils enrolled, 47 girls and 30 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Templetuohy National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Templetuohy 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 Templetuohy National School?
Templetuohy National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.