Kilbrittain Mixed National School
Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 211 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 107 girls, 104 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 14116V the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Kilbrittain Mixed National School is a Catholic co‑educational primary school under the patronage of the Bishop of Cork and Ross, located in the scenic West Cork village of Kilbrittain between Bandon and Kinsade. The school provides a mainstream curriculum across eight classes together with four dedicated Autism Specific Classes, including an Early Intervention class, serving a total enrolment of 211 pupils. A strong emphasis is placed on the holistic development of each child – nurturing moral, spiritual, physical, academic, aesthetic and cultural growth within a warm, friendly and vibrant atmosphere. The school benefits from an exceptional woodland outdoor learning space that enhances experiential education and connects pupils with the natural environment. Since the introduction of its first designated Autism Specific Class in 2012, Kilbrittain has become a recognised centre of excellence for Special Education and inclusive practice. Modern facilities include high‑speed broadband delivered through the Department of Education’s School Broadband Programme, supporting a wide range of digital learning opportunities. An active Parent Association and close community links further enrich the school experience, ensuring the school remains at the heart of village life.
History
The school expanded its provision for special education in 2012 with the opening of its first designated Autism Specific Class, marking the start of its development as a centre of excellence for inclusion. Since then, enrolment has grown to 211 pupils, and the provision now includes four Autism Specific Classes, one of which is an Early Intervention class. No additional historical details are provided on the website.
Applying to Kilbrittain Mixed 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 Kilbrittain Mixed 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 Kilbrittain Mixed National School
How many pupils attend Kilbrittain Mixed National School?
Kilbrittain Mixed National School has 211 pupils enrolled, 107 girls and 104 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Kilbrittain Mixed National School a DEIS school?
No. Kilbrittain Mixed 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 Kilbrittain Mixed National School?
Kilbrittain Mixed National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.