Tyrrellspass Mixed National School
Tyrellspass, Westmeath
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 176 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 82 girls, 94 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 05916G the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St. Anne’s National School in Tyrrellspass is a co‑educational Catholic primary school serving children from Junior Infants to Sixth Class. Under the patronage of the Bishop of Meath, the school provides a nurturing, progressive learning environment that balances academic development with play and personal care. The curriculum is designed to inspire confidence and prepare pupils for the challenges of modern life, while fostering a strong sense of community and belonging. The school places a high priority on inclusion and diversity, demonstrated by the recent introduction of two dedicated autism classes in September 2024. Its commitment to environmental stewardship is evident through participation in the Green Schools Programme, having earned five Green Flags. Strong links with the local GAA club and a history of involvement in the National Tidy Towns Competition further enrich the school’s extracurricular offering, encouraging teamwork, local pride and holistic development. Modern facilities have been expanded several times since the original building in 1969, with major extensions in 1979, 2014 and most recently in 2024. These developments provide contemporary classrooms, specialised learning spaces and resources that support the school’s emphasis on education, play and care, ensuring a well‑rounded experience for every pupil.
History
The school was first constructed in 1969 and subsequently extended in 1979, 2014 and 2024. Over the years it has built strong connections with the local GAA club, particularly through the Cumann na mBunscoil games, and has been recognised for its contributions to the National Tidy Towns Competition. Its commitment to environmental education is reflected in the award of five Green Flags under the Green Schools Programme. In September 2024, two new autism classes were opened, underscoring the school’s dedication to inclusion and diversity.
Applying to Tyrrellspass Mixed 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 Tyrrellspass Mixed 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 Tyrrellspass Mixed National School
How many pupils attend Tyrrellspass Mixed National School?
Tyrrellspass Mixed National School has 176 pupils enrolled, 82 girls and 94 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Tyrrellspass Mixed National School a DEIS school?
No. Tyrrellspass Mixed 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 Tyrrellspass Mixed National School?
Tyrrellspass Mixed National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.