Aghacasla National School
Camp, Kerry
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 107 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 56 girls, 51 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 14767Q the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Aughacasla National School is a rural co‑educational primary school serving children from junior infant to sixth class on the scenic Dingle Peninsula, 15 miles west of Tralee. Set amidst mountains and Tralee Bay, the school provides a secure, caring environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally. The curriculum is broad and balanced, integrating core subjects with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, environmental stewardship as a designated ‘Green School’, and the promotion of the Irish language as part of the school’s cultural heritage. The school’s ethos is rooted in the Catholic tradition and a commitment to whole‑person formation. It fosters respect, knowledge and responsibility, while encouraging personal freedom, equality and justice. A wide range of extra‑curricular activities, including football, athletics, gymnastics, music, and community projects, support the development of confidence, teamwork and creativity. Dedicated teaching and support staff, together with special‑needs assistants, ensure that each child’s individual needs are met, creating a nurturing atmosphere where every learner can achieve their full potential.
History
The school was established in 1896 and originally operated from an older building on the R560. In 2000 the school moved into a new purpose‑built facility located behind the historic premises, continuing its long tradition of serving the local community.
Applying to Aghacasla National School
For a September 2027 place, a school's formal admissions process cannot begin before 1 October 2026. The school sets its own opening and closing dates in its annual admission notice.
National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Aghacasla National School. Individual schools set their own discretionary closure days, confirm exact dates with the school.
- October Mid-Term Break: Mon 26 Oct – Fri 30 Oct 2026
- Christmas Holidays: Wed 23 Dec 2026 – Tue 5 Jan 2027
- February Mid-Term Break: Thu 18 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027 (post-primary schools: Mon 15 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027)
- Easter Holidays: Mon 22 Mar – Sun 4 Apr 2027
Primary schools close for the last two days of the February mid-term week and may use discretionary days to take the full week, so their break can be shorter than post-primary schools'.
Frequently asked questions about Aghacasla National School
How many pupils attend Aghacasla National School?
Aghacasla National School has 107 pupils enrolled, 56 girls and 51 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Aghacasla National School a DEIS school?
No. Aghacasla National School is not part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme of additional supports for schools serving communities at risk of educational disadvantage. Not holding DEIS status says nothing about how good a school is, only about the profile of the community it serves.
What is the ethos of Aghacasla National School?
Aghacasla National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.