Kilanerin National School
Gorey, Wexford
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 218 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 116 girls, 102 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17858L the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Kilanerin National School is a Roman Catholic primary school situated in County Wexford, serving children from Junior Infants through to 3rd class. The school operates under the patronage of the Bishop of Ferns and is committed to providing a well‑ordered, happy and secure atmosphere that nurtures the intellectual, spiritual, physical, moral and cultural development of each pupil. Its ethos stresses respect, integrity and excellence, while also welcoming diverse views and beliefs, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported. The curriculum is complemented by a broad range of extracurricular activities, including the WiseOwls Afterschool Club and various junior activities, which aim to inspire a love of learning and personal growth beyond the classroom. A clear uniform policy promotes a sense of community, and the school’s facilities are organised to support both academic work and creative play. Staff focus on the harmonious development of each child, making allowances for individual differences and encouraging pupils to become responsible, global citizens.
Applying to Kilanerin 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 Kilanerin 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 Kilanerin National School
How many pupils attend Kilanerin National School?
Kilanerin National School has 218 pupils enrolled, 116 girls and 102 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Kilanerin National School a DEIS school?
No. Kilanerin 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 Kilanerin National School?
Kilanerin National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.