Welcome to Cara Junior School

A warm, safe and inclusive school community in Mayfield, Cork.

Cara Junior School supports and celebrates each child as an individual. We provide a caring learning environment where pupils can grow, communicate, learn and take part in school life with confidence.

Front of Cara Junior School building in Mayfield, Cork

Quick Information

  • School Day: 9.10 a.m. – 2.50 p.m.
  • Office: 021 4643060
  • Email: office@carajs.ie
  • Roll Number: 20354A
Inclusive learning

A caring school environment where pupils are supported as individuals.

Colourful classes

Each class has its own colour identity and dedicated class page.

Family information

Parents and guardians can quickly find key school information.

Colette Butler, Principal of Cara Junior School

Colette Butler Principal, Cara Junior School

Welcome

It is a privilege to be the Principal of Cara Junior School. I have been in teaching for 25 years, 16 of those years in the special education sector. It is with the knowledge and experience I have gained over the years that I hope to enhance and develop the community that is Cara Junior School.

Cara Junior School has 12 teachers and 37 S.N.A.s. Each one of these people is a dedicated professional who is committed to ensuring that your child, our pupils, receive the very best learning opportunities that we can afford them. We are fortunate to have a large building which provides us with ample space for learning and sensory regulation.

Parental involvement is crucial to the smooth running of our school community and contributes to improved learning outcomes for your child. An active PFA can advocate for the school and its pupils. It can provide an opportunity for parents to connect with and support each other; “support and grow together”.

My role as Principal is to lead the teaching and learning, ensuring your child gets the best education possible. I must also ensure that the school community is safe; therefore, health and safety is a priority. As members of the school community, I hope that we can work together to achieve this goal, respecting each other and putting your child and their wellbeing at the forefront of all that we do.

To assist us, please observe the following procedures:

  • Supervision of children begins at 9.10 a.m.
  • Visitors access the school through the main door, where they can remain in the lobby area.
  • Meetings with teachers must be scheduled through the class or office email. Phone calls can be arranged but must also be scheduled.
  • Meetings with the Principal can be arranged through the office. All calls will be returned when possible.

Thank you, Colette Butler, Principal

Support and grow together

Cara Junior School caters for pupils aged 4–12 years with a dual diagnosis of autism and a mild or moderate intellectual disability.

The school provides a supportive, structured and positive learning environment where each child’s individuality is celebrated and nurtured.

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Useful school information in one place

Parents and guardians can use this website to quickly find school information, class pages, admissions information, policies, calendars and contact details.

  • School day information and office contact details.
  • Admissions notices, policies and application information.
  • Approved class news, photographs and school memories.

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Admissions

Admissions information

Admissions policies, notices and application forms can be found on the admissions page.

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Calendar

School calendar

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Classes

Class memories

Class pages can share approved school activities, photos and special memories.

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