Allen National School
Naas, Kildare
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 184 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 91 girls, 93 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17567A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil na Tríonóide Naofa – Allen National School is a co‑educational primary school situated in Kilmeague, County Kildare. The school places the pupil at the centre of its educational philosophy, delivering a child‑centred, hands‑on curriculum that blends innovative teaching methods with practical learning experiences. Daily lessons are designed to be varied and engaging, ensuring that every day offers a balance of academic rigour and enjoyment. Beyond the core curriculum, the school provides a wide range of extra‑curricular activities that support holistic development. Pupils can take part in music, art, drama, gymnastics, gardening, film, swimming, football and other sporting pursuits, fostering creativity, teamwork and physical wellbeing. The school’s facilities include well‑equipped classrooms, dedicated spaces for arts and sports, and outdoor areas that encourage exploration and active play. A strong emphasis on wellbeing underpins the school’s approach, creating a supportive environment where children feel safe, valued and motivated to achieve their full potential.
Applying to Allen 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
View Allen National School's own calendar (2026/2027 school year)
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Allen National School. The school publishes its own calendar, linked above, and that is the authoritative source for its reopening date and discretionary closure days.
- 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 Allen National School
How many pupils attend Allen National School?
Allen National School has 184 pupils enrolled, 91 girls and 93 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Allen National School a DEIS school?
No. Allen 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 Allen National School?
Allen National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.