Welcome to Courtenay School
Courtenay National School is located in the heart of Newcastle West town, adjacent to the county library and at the beginning of the Limerick Greenway.
As an Urban DEIS Band 1 school, Courtenay National School offers education from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class.
At Courtenay National School, pupils learn in a safe, happy and inclusive environment where diversity and equality is valued.
The school has five special classes, including three Autism Classes, a Speech and Language Class, and a Mild General Learning Difficulty Class.
Courtenay School
Our History
The Courtenay Boy’s School owes it’s name and origins to Sir William Courtenay, the Earl of Devon who established the school in 1706. The original school was built in a laneway between Maiden Street and the river Arra but in 1826 a three roomed dressed limestone building was built on the present school site. In the mid 1950’s a new five roomed building replaced the original structure, and in 1976 further expansion was necessary and another new wing was added.
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Courtenay School
Our History
The Courtenay Boy’s School owes it’s name and origins to Sir William Courtenay, the Earl of Devon who established the school in 1706. The original school was built in a laneway between Maiden Street and the river Arra but in 1826 a three roomed dressed limestone building was built on the present school site. In the mid 1950’s a new five roomed building replaced the original structure, and in 1976 further expansion was necessary and another new wing was added.
Latest News
Newsletter 6th March 2025
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School Fitness Ireland
4th class crushing it with Boxercise Training, organized as part of the School Completion Programme with School Fitness Ireland.
Horse Riding in Liskennett
Soaking up the sunshine and loving every minute of our horse riding in Liskennett.
High Fly Learning in 6th class
6th Class took to the skies this week — quite literally! As part of their local
geography studies, pupils explored Newcastle West from above using drone
technology.
The children identified key local landmarks from a bird’s eye view, giving them a
fresh perspective on how our school and town look from above.
This was a hands-on learning experience that combined geography, technology,
and creativity encouraging 6 class to see and think about their local environment
in new and exciting ways.
Newsletter 30th March 2025
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Newsletter 23rd March 2025
Courtenay NS Newsletter 230325Download
Contact Us
Address:
Courtenay School,
Gortboy,
Newcastle West,
Co. Limerick,
V42 X343
Telephone:
(069) 62638
Email:
info@courtenayschool.ie
School Hours:
Mon – Fri: 8:30am – 2:20pm