Kilbarry National School
Macroom, Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 31 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 15 girls, 16 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 12505W the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Kilbarry National School is a vibrant primary‑level institution that delivers the Irish national curriculum through a blend of classroom learning and experiential activities. The school places a strong emphasis on community‑based projects, such as the development of a well‑maintained school garden where children engage in outdoor learning and environmental stewardship. Sporting facilities are also highlighted, with pupils taking part in football blitzes at Tom Creedon Park and various hurling and futsal events, fostering teamwork and physical fitness. Beyond the core curriculum, the school celebrates cultural and charitable initiatives. Annual events include St Brigid’s Day crafts, Halloween celebrations, and themed parties that integrate subjects across the curriculum, such as the “Tiger” party linked to a story‑based programme. The school actively participates in charitable drives like the Team Hope Shoebox Appeal, encouraging pupils and families to contribute to humanitarian causes. These activities reflect a holistic educational approach that values academic achievement, personal development, and community involvement.
Applying to Kilbarry 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 Kilbarry 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 Kilbarry National School
How many pupils attend Kilbarry National School?
Kilbarry National School has 31 pupils enrolled, 15 girls and 16 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Kilbarry National School a DEIS school?
No. Kilbarry 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 Kilbarry National School?
Kilbarry National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.