Kilbride National School
Clonee, Meath
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 310 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 158 girls, 152 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16825O the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Bhríde is a vertical, co‑educational Catholic national school located in the picturesque village of Kilbride, Co. Meath, close to the Dublin border. Operating under the patronage of the Bishop of Meath, the school welcomes pupils from Junior Infants through Sixth Class, offering both mainstream (including some multi‑grade) and dedicated autism classrooms. The ethos is firmly rooted in inclusivity and kindness – the school’s motto “Bí Cineálta, Be Kind” underpins a learning environment where every child is valued, respected and encouraged to reach their full potential. The school’s educational approach balances academic rigour with holistic development. A strong emphasis is placed on personal growth, confidence and self‑esteem, supported by a safe and caring atmosphere. Extra‑curricular activities, community partnerships and pastoral care are integral, fostering spiritual, social and physical development. Facilities support a nut‑free policy, a uniform dress code, and plans for hot lunches, while regular fund‑raising events and active engagement on social media reflect a vibrant school community that works closely with parents and local organisations.
Applying to Kilbride 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 Kilbride 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 Kilbride 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 Kilbride National School
How many pupils attend Kilbride National School?
Kilbride National School has 310 pupils enrolled, 158 girls and 152 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Kilbride National School a DEIS school?
No. Kilbride 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 Kilbride National School?
Kilbride National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.