S N NAOMH TREASA
School Details
About
St. Teresa’s National School is a rural, co‑educational primary school serving the Killoe community in north County Longford. It provides full primary provision from Junior Infants to 6th class, including four dedicated special‑needs classes for pupils on the autistic spectrum. The school’s ethos centres on creating a welcoming, caring and safe environment that supports holistic learning, with a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing through its participation in the Health‑Promoting Schools initiative. The curriculum is delivered within a modern, purpose‑built complex opened in 2006, featuring bright, airy classrooms, oil‑fired central heating, tiled floors and a spacious playground equipped with new activity tables for games such as chess, draughts and snakes‑and‑ladders. A wide range of extra‑curricular activities enrich pupil experience, including Gaelic football, indoor and outdoor hurling, rounders, handball, quiz teams, tin whistle, school band, choir and athletics. The school also promotes digital citizenship through programmes such as Internet Safety Week and encourages community involvement via events like the annual Bring and Buy Sale and Christmas grotto. Rooted in the Catholic tradition, the school integrates daily prayers, the “Grow in Love” religious programme and regular celebrations of the sacraments. While Catholic rites are observed, all children are welcomed and included, reflecting a respectful, inclusive community spirit.
History
The school’s origins date to 29 November 1971 when the “old” new school was officially opened by Bishop Cahal B. Daly. It resulted from the amalgamation of four parish schools—Cullyfad, Dooroc, Ennybegs and Soran—prompted by the poor condition of those facilities. Fundraising for the project was carried out through school concerts and bingo sessions. The 1971 building introduced modern amenities such as oil‑fired central heating, tiled floors, bright classrooms and a spacious playground, fostering expanded programmes in music, drama and Gaelic football. In 2006 the original structure was replaced by the current school complex, designed with input from the Board of Management and staff to create a learning‑centred environment. Today the school serves over 300 pupils with a staff complement that includes mainstream teachers, learning‑support teachers and special‑needs assistants.