Kilcolman National School
Enniskeane, Cork
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 29 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 11 girls, 18 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16259H the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Kilcolman National School is a mixed, co‑educational primary school situated in the rural community of Kilcolman, Enniskeane, County Cork. Operating under the patronage of the Cork and Ross Diocese, the school is committed to delivering a high‑quality, inclusive curriculum that caters for both mainstream learners and those with additional needs. A small dedicated team of teachers, together with full‑time Special Needs Assistants, ensures that each pupil receives personalised support and can engage fully with the learning programme. The school places a strong emphasis on maintaining high standards of teaching and learning, fostering a collaborative community where children are encouraged to develop their full potential. Modern facilities and a range of resources enable active participation in classroom activities, while extracurricular programmes such as Green Schools, Art, and Sciath na Scol enrich personal development and promote environmental awareness, creativity and cultural heritage. Kilcolman National School strives to create a nurturing environment that balances academic rigour with holistic growth, preparing pupils for lifelong learning and active citizenship.
Applying to Kilcolman 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 Kilcolman 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 Kilcolman National School
How many pupils attend Kilcolman National School?
Kilcolman National School has 29 pupils enrolled, 11 girls and 18 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Kilcolman National School a DEIS school?
No. Kilcolman 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 Kilcolman National School?
Kilcolman National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.