Killaloe Boys National School
Killaloe, Clare
Key facts
- DEIS
- Boys
- Pupils enrolled
- 104 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 15370R the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Killaloe Boys National School is an all‑boys primary school situated at the top of Convent Hill in Killaloe, County Clare. The school caters for approximately 104 pupils and provides a balanced curriculum supported by a team of mainstream teachers, special education teachers and special needs assistants. Emphasis is placed on inclusive education, with dedicated resources for pupils who require additional support, and the school is recognised as an Active School, holding three Green Flags for its commitment to environmental sustainability and healthy living. The school’s facilities include modern classrooms, a purpose‑built remedial room, a teachers’ room and ample storage, as well as separate playgrounds for the boys. Extra‑curricular provision is extensive, featuring programmes such as Gaelic football, hurling, 5‑a‑side soccer, debating and a range of physical‑activity initiatives. The school is governed by a Board of Management appointed by the Bishop of Killaloe, ensuring that the ethos of partnership and community involvement underpins all aspects of school life.
History
The boys’ school was founded in June 1841 with 86 pupils under the young master John Moloney. Initially housed in a small two‑storey building, the school moved to a larger house on The Green in 1845 and then to John Street in 1852. In 1856 a purpose‑built two‑storey school opened on New Street, accommodating both boys and girls on separate floors. After the Sisters of Mercy vacated the girls’ premises in 1889, the boys occupied the whole building. A new single‑storey school was erected at the rear of the old site in 1902, though it proved unsuitable. The current school was constructed between 1963 and 1965, with an additional extension added in 1983. The highest roll recorded was 267 pupils in 1889; today the school enrols 104 pupils.
Applying to Killaloe Boys 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 Killaloe Boys 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 Killaloe Boys National School
How many pupils attend Killaloe Boys National School?
Killaloe Boys National School has 104 pupils enrolled. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Killaloe Boys National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Killaloe Boys National School is part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme called Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools. DEIS schools serve communities at risk of educational disadvantage and receive additional supports, which can include smaller classes, extra teaching posts and funding for books and meals.
What is the ethos of Killaloe Boys National School?
Killaloe Boys National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a boys' primary school.