Kiltealy National School
Enniscorthy, Wexford
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 100 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 54 girls, 46 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 16833N the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Kiltealy National School is a vibrant rural primary school situated in the village of Kiltealy, County Wexford, nestled in the foothills of Mount Leinster. The school provides a mixed‑gender environment for approximately 96 pupils, fostering a close‑knit community where children are encouraged to reach their full potential through a balanced programme of learning and play. Strong support from parents, staff and the wider village underpins a welcoming atmosphere that reflects the values and evolving needs of the local community. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum delivered by a team of mainstream teachers alongside dedicated special‑education staff and special needs assistants, ensuring inclusive provision for all learners. Since its original construction in 1928, the premises have been expanded to accommodate additional classrooms, providing modern learning spaces while retaining the historic character of the building. Emphasis is placed on nurturing personal development, creativity and social skills, with regular events, extracurricular activities and a well‑maintained school calendar that keeps families informed and engaged.
History
Kiltealy National School is a rural mixed school located in Kiltealy, Co. Wexford, in the foothills of Mount Leinster, 12 km from Enniscorthy and Bunclody. The current enrolment is 96 pupils. The school building has stood on its present site since 1928, originally comprising two classrooms and later extended with two additional rooms. Prior to the permanent structure, hedge schools operated in the area. The school serves as a feeder to secondary schools in Bunclody and Enniscorthy. The current principal is Ms Maeve Duff.
Applying to Kiltealy 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 Kiltealy 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 Kiltealy National School
How many pupils attend Kiltealy National School?
Kiltealy National School has 100 pupils enrolled, 54 girls and 46 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Kiltealy National School a DEIS school?
No. Kiltealy 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 Kiltealy National School?
Kiltealy National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.