Kilmurry Mcmahon National School
Kilrush, Clare
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 63 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 30 girls, 33 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20447H the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Kilmurry McMahon National School is a Roman Catholic primary school situated in the heart of its local community. The school prides itself on offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere where every child can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Its educational philosophy is inclusive and nurturing, encouraging pupils to develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning through a blend of traditional teaching and innovative play‑based approaches. The ethos promotes the full and harmonious development of each pupil, integrating intellectual, physical, cultural, moral and spiritual growth in line with Catholic values. The school caters for infants, junior and senior classes, with dedicated provision for special educational needs, including a special education teacher and a special needs assistant. Daily routines are clearly structured, with start times at 9:20 am and staggered home‑time for different year groups, supporting a smooth transition between classroom learning and after‑school activities. Facilities are designed to support a broad curriculum, and the school offers a range of resources such as a uniform programme, after‑school clubs and a comprehensive school calendar to enrich pupil experience.
Applying to Kilmurry Mcmahon 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 Kilmurry Mcmahon 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 Kilmurry Mcmahon National School
How many pupils attend Kilmurry Mcmahon National School?
Kilmurry Mcmahon National School has 63 pupils enrolled, 30 girls and 33 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Kilmurry Mcmahon National School a DEIS school?
No. Kilmurry Mcmahon 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 Kilmurry Mcmahon National School?
Kilmurry Mcmahon National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.