Kilteevan National School
Roscommon
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 32 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 14 girls, 18 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 14966W the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Kilteevan National School is a vibrant primary‑level institution serving the local community with a strong emphasis on inclusive, child‑centred learning. The school’s ethos prioritises a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity and a love of learning through a balanced programme of literacy, numeracy and creative subjects. A wide range of extracurricular activities, including seasonal book fairs, harvest celebrations and tag‑rugby events, complement the classroom curriculum and foster teamwork, resilience and community spirit. The school is preparing to expand its support services from September 2026, offering a Breakfast Club, Infant Supervision and an Afterschool Club, subject to sufficient interest. Modern facilities are designed to accommodate these programmes, providing safe, well‑equipped spaces for both academic and recreational pursuits. Prospective families are invited to visit the school during enrolment periods to experience the welcoming atmosphere and see the facilities in action.
Applying to Kilteevan 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 Kilteevan 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 Kilteevan National School
How many pupils attend Kilteevan National School?
Kilteevan National School has 32 pupils enrolled, 14 girls and 18 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Kilteevan National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Kilteevan 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 Kilteevan National School?
Kilteevan National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.