Kennedy College
Wexford
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 188 smaller than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 68 girls, 120 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 71660T the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Kennedy College is a post‑leaving‑certificate (PLC) institution operating under the Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB). It delivers a broad portfolio of further education and training programmes, including full‑time and part‑time courses, vocational training, apprenticeships, bridging and foundation programmes, and specialist skills training. The college’s curriculum is designed to be inclusive and responsive, catering for learners aged 16 and over who wish to progress to higher education, enter the workforce, or up‑skill in a specific sector. The learning environment at Kennedy College benefits from the resources of the wider WWETB network, offering modern classrooms, specialist workshops, and access to digital learning platforms. Learners can also take advantage of support services such as adult literacy, English for speakers of other languages (ESOL), and tailored guidance to help them achieve personal and professional goals. A key feature of the college is its strong community focus, collaborating with local businesses, industry partners and community organisations to ensure that courses remain relevant to regional employment needs. This partnership approach aims to foster lifelong learning and enhance social inclusion throughout the Waterford and Wexford region.
Applying to Kennedy College
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 Kennedy College. 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 Kennedy College
How many pupils attend Kennedy College?
Kennedy College has 188 pupils enrolled, 68 girls and 120 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Kennedy College a DEIS school?
Yes. Kennedy College 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 Kennedy College?
Kennedy College has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.