Céad Míle Fáilte
Welcome
Scoil an Chroí Ró Naofa is a Catholic Primary School situated in Castletownbere on the beautiful Beara Peninsula. Our dedicated and experienced staff work tirelessly to provide the very best and broadest education for all the children.
Our school motto is Mol an Óige agus Tiocfaidh Sí “Praise the youth and they will follow”. Scoil an Chroí Ró Naofa embraces the individuality of each child and we believe all pupils are to be cherished equally. Strong teamwork and collaboration among staff members and a collective enthusiasm are recognised strengths of the school.
While we never underestimate the importance of our role as educators, we are keenly aware of the fact that children’s parents/guardians are their primary educators and that education and learning are not confined to the classroom. The goodwill, support and assistance which we receive from our community of parents, combined with the dedication of the staff and the willingness of the children, ensures that we have a truly unique school.
Tá an-mheas ag foireann na scoile ar an nGaeilge, agus deanaimíd gach iarracht an teanga a chur chun cinn, sa gnáth chaint gach lá.
School Calendar 25/26
First Term
School Re-opens: Thursday, 28th August 2025 at 9.20 a.m.
Mid-Term Break: Close Friday, 24th October 2025 at 3.00 p.m. Re-open Monday, 3rd November, 2025 at 9.20 a.m.
Christmas Holidays: Close Friday, 19th December 2025 at 12.00 noon.
Second Term
School Re-opens: Monday, 5th January 2026 at 9.20 a.m.
Bank Holiday(St Brigid): Closed Monday, 2nd February 2026.
Mid-Term Break: Closed Thursday, 19th and Friday, 20th February 2026.
Curriculum Training - School Closed - Tuesday 3rd March, 2026
St Patrick’s Day: Closed Tuesday, 17th March 2026.
Easter Holidays: Close Friday, 27th March, 2026
Third Term
School Re-opens: Monday, 13th April, 2026 at 9.20 a.m.
May Public Holiday: Closed Monday 4th of May and Tuesday 5th , 2026.
Curriculum Training - School Closed - Tuesday 26th May, 2026
June Public Holiday: Closed Monday, 1st June, 2026
Summer Holidays: Close Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 at 12.00 noon.
The Cuan
We at Scoil an Chroí Ro Naofa are immensely proud of our ASD classes, named The Cuan. We have both junior and senior classes serving the needs of pupils on the ASD spectrum. Pupils in these classes do some of their learning in the Cuan and join their mainstream class for other activities.
Parents Association
All parents or guardians of pupils attending Scoil an Chroi Ro Naofa are automatically deemed to be members of the Parents’ Association of Scoil an Chroi Ro Naofa, unless they notify the secretary of the Association in writing that they do not wish to be members. Any member interested in being involved in any/all activities of the Parents’ Association are welcome to attend/be involved in any meeting or event throughout the school year.