Primary School

S N FIONDALBHA

Castlebar, Mayo
Mixed

School Details

Address
Manulla, Castlebar
Location
Castlebar, Mayo
School Type
Primary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
37 students
Enrollment Split
22 Girls, 15 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
No subjects through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
17678J
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Location

About

Manulla National School is a rural primary school located midway between Castlebar and Balla in County Mayo. The school caters for young learners in two mainstream classes, providing a close‑knit community atmosphere while delivering the Irish primary curriculum. Emphasis is placed on a balanced educational approach that combines traditional teaching with modern digital tools; the senior class now works with G Suite for Education and benefits from a grant that supplied tablets to support learners at risk of educational disadvantage. The school boasts a range of indoor and outdoor facilities designed to enhance both academic and physical development. These include a dedicated sports hall, a table‑tennis room and a purpose‑built playground, enabling a variety of sports and recreational activities such as the annual sports day. An after‑school programme is also available, offering additional support and enrichment beyond the normal school day. Community involvement is encouraged through projects like book donations to Ghana and seasonal celebrations, fostering a sense of social responsibility among pupils.