Coláiste Aíndriu
Carlow
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 142 smaller than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 53 girls, 89 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 70430U the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Coláiste Aindriú is a small, community‑focused secondary school situated in Kilcarrig, Muine Bheag, County Carlow. Its modest enrolment enables a highly personalised learning environment where each pupil is known, valued and supported to reach their full potential. The school promotes an inclusive ethos, recognising and nurturing the unique abilities and strengths of every student, and works closely with families to tailor educational experiences that foster confidence, resilience and academic success. The curriculum is complemented by a wide range of extracurricular and enrichment activities that enhance both practical skills and wellbeing. Recent programmes have included dry‑needle felting workshops for parents and guardians, mental‑health and resilience sessions with professional speakers, a weather‑station project linked to the Schools Weather Watch programme, and a driver‑theory and practical driving experience in the on‑site sports hall car park. These initiatives reflect the school’s commitment to holistic education, integrating STEM, creative arts, personal development and career‑oriented learning within a supportive, nurturing setting. Facilities at Coláiste Aindriú include modern classrooms, a dedicated sports hall, a weather‑monitoring station, and well‑maintained outdoor spaces. The school’s active calendar features mock examinations, parent‑teacher meetings and a variety of community events, reinforcing strong ties between pupils, staff and the wider community.
Applying to Coláiste Aíndriu
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 post-primary school dates apply broadly to Coláiste Aíndriu. 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: Mon 15 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027 (primary schools: Thu 18 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 Coláiste Aíndriu
How many pupils attend Coláiste Aíndriu?
Coláiste Aíndriu has 142 pupils enrolled, 53 girls and 89 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Coláiste Aíndriu a DEIS school?
Yes. Coláiste Aíndriu is part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme called Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools. DEIS schools serve communities at risk of educational disadvantage and receive additional supports, which can include smaller classes, extra teaching posts and funding for books and meals.
What is the ethos of Coláiste Aíndriu?
Coláiste Aíndriu has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.