SN Aodhain Naofa

Bawnboy, Co. Cavan

76 pupilsMixedCatholic

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At a glance

SN Aodhain Naofa is a primary school in Bawnboy, Co. Cavan (Eircode H14 V128). James Rudden is the principal of SN Aodhain Naofa, according to the Department of Education's 2025/26 schools list.

Pupils
76
Boys and girls
Mixed · 39 boys, 37 girls
Ethos
Catholic
Language
English-medium
DEIS
No
Type
Mainstream
Roll number
19679V

Inspection reports for this school from the Department of Education, on gov.ie

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Starting junior infants in September 2027

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Questions parents ask

Where is SN Aodhain Naofa?
SN Aodhain Naofa is a primary school in Bawnboy, Co. Cavan (Eircode H14 V128).
Who is the principal of SN Aodhain Naofa?
James Rudden is the principal of SN Aodhain Naofa, according to the Department of Education's 2025/26 schools list.
How many pupils go to SN Aodhain Naofa?
SN Aodhain Naofa has 76 pupils: 39 boys and 37 girls, according to the Department of Education's latest figures.
Is SN Aodhain Naofa a mixed school?
Yes. SN Aodhain Naofa takes both boys and girls.
What is the ethos of SN Aodhain Naofa?
SN Aodhain Naofa has a Catholic ethos. The ethos is set by the school's patron and shapes religious education and some admission rules.
Does SN Aodhain Naofa teach through Irish?
No. SN Aodhain Naofa teaches through English, with Irish taught as a subject.
Is SN Aodhain Naofa a DEIS school?
No. SN Aodhain Naofa is not part of the DEIS programme.
Where can I read SN Aodhain Naofa's inspection reports?
The Department of Education publishes school inspection reports on gov.ie. Search there by SN Aodhain Naofa's roll number, 19679V, or use the link on this page.
What other primary schools are near SN Aodhain Naofa?
The closest is SN Naomh Maodhog. The table on this page compares the nearest schools by distance, size, ethos and language.

See also: Every school in Co. Cavan

Closest schools

SN Aodhain Naofa compared with other schools in the area
SchoolDistancePupilsBoys and girlsEthosIrish-mediumDEIS
SN Aodhain NaofaThis school 76 Mixed Catholic No No
SN Naomh MaodhogBallyconnell 4.2 km 68 Mixed Catholic No No
Ballyconell Central NSBallyconnell 5.9 km 24 Mixed Church of Ireland No No
St Patrick's NSC/O Belturbet Post Office 5.9 km 47 Mixed Catholic No Yes
Aughawillan NSGaradice 6.2 km 30 Mixed Catholic No No
Ballyconnell Mixed NSBallyconnell 6.3 km 199 Mixed Catholic No No
SN MhuireSwanlibar 8.2 km 57 Mixed Catholic No Yes

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Contact

Bawnboy
Co. Cavan
H14V128

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Next school holidays

  • In 8 daysOctober mid-term breakMon, 26 October to Fri 30 October 2026
  • In 9 weeksChristmas holidaysWed 23 December 2026 to Tue 5 January 2027
  • In 18 weeksFebruary mid-term breakThu, 18 February to Fri 19 February 2027

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