Moveen National School
Clare
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 39 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 20 girls, 19 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 13876Q the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Moveen National School is a mixed, co‑educational primary school situated in West Clare, serving the Kilkee community. The school operates under a Catholic ethos that is inclusive of all families, and it functions as the designated base for Learning Support and Resource provision within the local peninsula. With a small roll and three class teachers, the school maintains a close‑knit environment where learning extends beyond the standard 9.20 am‑3 pm timetable. The curriculum is enriched by a wide range of extra‑curricular activities, including instrumental tuition (violin, accordion, concertina, guitar), speech and drama sessions, and regular quizzes. Partnerships with local services such as the fire station, Gardaí, and nearby natural sites provide experiential learning opportunities, while fundraising initiatives have supported library expansion and charitable projects. The school’s community spirit is evident in its active parent involvement, seasonal events, and a commitment to fostering both academic and personal development for its pupils.
History
In August 2019 the school marked the departure of its former principal, Assumpta Uí Choincheannain, acknowledging the impact of her tenure on the school community. This event is recorded in the “In Omós d’Assumpta” entry on the site.
Applying to Moveen 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 Moveen 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 Moveen National School
How many pupils attend Moveen National School?
Moveen National School has 39 pupils enrolled, 20 girls and 19 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Moveen National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Moveen 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 Moveen National School?
Moveen National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.