Primary School

Glenamaddy National School

Glenamaddy, Galway
Mixed

School Details

Address
Kilkerrin Road, Glenamaddy
Location
Glenamaddy, Galway
School Type
Primary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
142 students
Enrollment Split
76 Girls, 66 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
No subjects through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
18572V
Latest Inspection Reports
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About

St. Joseph’s National School Glenamaddy is a Catholic primary school serving the Glenamaddy community. The school provides a full primary curriculum from Junior and Senior Infants through to 6th Class, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment rooted in Christian values. Emphasis is placed on developing both academic skills and personal character, with daily prayers and a collective school prayer reflecting its faith‑based ethos. Beyond the classroom, the school offers a broad range of extracurricular activities that enrich pupil experience. Regular participation in Gaelic football, mini‑7s tournaments, arts projects such as the Glenamaddy Ploughing Art Competition, and educational outings like the Graune pet farm visit demonstrate a commitment to holistic development. The active Parents’ Association organises fund‑raising events, supports music programmes, and supplies sports jerseys, reinforcing strong community ties. Facilities are designed to support modern teaching and active play, with dedicated spaces for infant and junior classes, a sports area for team games, and resources for creative projects. The school’s active‑school status highlights its focus on health, wellbeing and lifelong learning, encouraging pupils to engage confidently with both academic and social challenges.