Our Story
The building now known as the Honey Fitz Theatre originally served as Lough Gur National School from 1854 until 1966. It replaced an earlier hedge school, which was located just outside the western wall of New Church cemetery, and the entrance to this original site can still be seen along the roadside today.
In the early years, pupils paid a small weekly fee to attend, and the school operated with very modest resources. The principal even lived on site, in what is now the stage area of the theatre.
In 1966, the school moved to its current location in Holy Cross. The original school building was later renovated through community effort and continued to play an important role locally as a space for events and activities.
In 2012, a modern extension was added to Lough Gur NS, providing bright, well-equipped classrooms and improved facilities for our school community.
Our staff
We are very proud of our dedicated and talented team who work together to create a caring, inclusive learning environment for all pupils:
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Principal: Mrs Julie Marie McCormack
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Acting Deputy Principal: Mrs Theresa Quinlivan
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Special Education Teacher (SET): Ms Claire Murphy
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Principal-Release Teacher: Mr Ciarán Ryan
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Special Needs Assistant: Mrs Mags Noonan (full-time)
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School Secretary: Ms Eileen Ryan
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Caretaker: Mr Niall Malone
Our staff bring a wealth of experience, creativity, and care to every aspect of school life.
Our community
Lough Gur NS is strongly connected to the local community through our active Parents’ Association and participation in local sporting and cultural events. The school is also closely linked with Lough Gur Heritage Centre and the parish of Holycross.
Our ethos & values
As a Catholic school, we value kindness, respect, and inclusion while welcoming pupils of all backgrounds and beliefs. Our goal is to nurture each child’s confidence, curiosity, and sense of belonging in a safe and happy environment.