Kilnaleck Mixed National School
Kilnaleck, Cavan
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 106 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 61 girls, 45 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 01356U the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Kilnaleck Mixed National School is a co‑educational primary school situated in the village of Kilnaleck, County Cavan. The school caters for children from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class, offering a broad curriculum that incorporates Irish language (Gaelbhracht), music generation programmes and active participation in the Green Schools initiative. The premises were originally built in 1970, opened in 1971 and underwent a major extension and refurbishment in 2012, providing modern classrooms and learning spaces that support a variety of teaching methods and extracurricular activities. The school’s educational philosophy centres on developing knowledge in every pupil and empowering them to meet present and future challenges. It promotes a warm, welcoming environment that respects and accommodates diversity of race, culture, religion, gender and ability. As a Christian community, the school integrates the Catholic faith to help young people develop a moral compass, while also ensuring equality and inclusive support for pupils with special educational needs. The motto “Mol an Óige” (praise the youth) underpins all school actions, aiming to inspire each child to reach their full potential in a happy and stimulating setting.
History
Kilnaleck Mixed National School was constructed in 1970 and opened its doors in 1971. In 2012 the school was extended and refurbished, updating its facilities to meet contemporary educational standards.
Applying to Kilnaleck Mixed 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.
School-published admissions links
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National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Kilnaleck Mixed 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 Kilnaleck Mixed National School
How many pupils attend Kilnaleck Mixed National School?
Kilnaleck Mixed National School has 106 pupils enrolled, 61 girls and 45 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Kilnaleck Mixed National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Kilnaleck Mixed 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 Kilnaleck Mixed National School?
Kilnaleck Mixed National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.