Kilkenny School Project
Kilkenny
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 236 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 120 girls, 116 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19905E the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Kilkenny School Project is a co‑educational primary school that has been learning together since 1987. The school is founded on an equality‑based, democratically run and child‑centred ethos, welcoming children of all faiths and non‑religious backgrounds. A strong emphasis is placed on equality, respect and inclusive practice, ensuring that every pupil feels valued and able to participate fully in their education. The school operates a vibrant community framework that includes an Executive Committee, Board of Management, PTA, Student Council and Environmental Committee, all of which contribute to a supportive and participatory learning environment. A rich calendar of events – ranging from maths week and cultural performances to seasonal fairs and environmental projects – reflects a broad extracurricular programme. Resources such as detailed school policies, timetables, booklists and regular bulletins are readily available to families, underpinning transparent communication and organised school life.
History
Kilkenny School Project was established in 1987 as a democratic, equality‑focused primary school. From its inception the school has maintained a child‑centred approach, fostering an inclusive community where children of diverse backgrounds learn together. Over the decades it has developed a range of committees and programmes that support its founding principles of respect, equality and shared decision‑making.
Applying to Kilkenny School Project
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 Kilkenny School Project. 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 Kilkenny School Project
How many pupils attend Kilkenny School Project?
Kilkenny School Project has 236 pupils enrolled, 120 girls and 116 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Kilkenny School Project a DEIS school?
No. Kilkenny School Project 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 Kilkenny School Project?
Kilkenny School Project has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed primary school.