Killeevan Central National School
Monaghan
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 101 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 44 girls, 57 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19364T the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Killeevan Central National School, situated in Guardhill, Newbliss, County Monaghan, provides primary education for children from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class. The school embraces a vibrant, community‑focused ethos, encouraging participation in a wide range of extracurricular activities such as Cumann na mBunscol sports, music and dance assemblies, drama productions with the Clan Cluanna Theatre Company, and environmental projects under the Green Schools programme. A strong emphasis is placed on inclusive values, highlighted by initiatives like the anti‑bullying policy and the “Lots of Socks” campaign supporting Down Syndrome awareness. The campus offers a variety of learning environments, including a well‑stocked library, a dedicated school garden, and specialised rooms for junior and senior infants as well as first and second classes. Modern facilities support both academic and creative pursuits, with spaces for music, fiddle and bodhrán sessions, as well as areas for sporting events and cross‑country athletics. The school’s active parents’ association and regular community events foster a supportive network that enhances pupil development and wellbeing.
History
The National Schools of Greenans Cross, Ture, Rawdeerpark and Drumacoon closed on 8 March 1974. Three days later, on 11 March 1974, the new central school, Killeevan National School, opened its doors at Guardhill. Its official opening took place in September 1974 and was performed by the then Minister for Lands and TD for Cavan/Monaghan, Tom Fitzpatrick.
Applying to Killeevan Central 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 Killeevan Central 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 Killeevan Central National School
How many pupils attend Killeevan Central National School?
Killeevan Central National School has 101 pupils enrolled, 44 girls and 57 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Killeevan Central National School a DEIS school?
No. Killeevan Central 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 Killeevan Central National School?
Killeevan Central National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.