Mean Scoil Nua An Leith Triuigh
Kerry
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 160 smaller than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 79 girls, 81 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 68075O the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Meán Scoil Nua an Leith Triúigh is a voluntary secondary school situated in Castlegregory, County Kerry. Operating under the patronage of Bishop Raymond Browne, the school is Catholic in ethos yet openly welcomes students of all faiths. With a current enrolment of approximately 138 pupils, the college is committed to the holistic development of its learners, fostering academic achievement within a friendly, caring and respectful environment. The school’s educational approach emphasises a balanced curriculum that prepares students for both the Junior and Senior Cycles, while encouraging personal growth through a wide range of extra‑curricular programmes. Pupils can take part in Gaelic football, rugby, spikeball, running and fitness clubs, circuit training, as well as creative pursuits such as art, debating and stage & drama. These activities are designed to develop teamwork, confidence and a lifelong love of learning alongside the core academic programme. Facilities are geared towards supporting this broad educational vision, providing spaces for sport, performance and study that enable students to explore their interests safely and enthusiastically. The college’s commitment to a supportive, inclusive community aims to equip each young person for success in further education and beyond.
Applying to Mean Scoil Nua An Leith Triuigh
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 post-primary school dates apply broadly to Mean Scoil Nua An Leith Triuigh. 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: Mon 15 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027 (primary schools: Thu 18 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 Mean Scoil Nua An Leith Triuigh
How many pupils attend Mean Scoil Nua An Leith Triuigh?
Mean Scoil Nua An Leith Triuigh has 160 pupils enrolled, 79 girls and 81 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Mean Scoil Nua An Leith Triuigh a DEIS school?
No. Mean Scoil Nua An Leith Triuigh 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 Mean Scoil Nua An Leith Triuigh?
Mean Scoil Nua An Leith Triuigh has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.