Pobailscoil Chorca Dhuibhne
Daingean Uí Chúis, Kerry
Key facts
- Gaeltacht
- Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 441 smaller than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 212 girls, 229 boys
- Ethos
- Inter Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- All pupils taught all subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 91511O the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne is a post‑primary school delivering full‑time Irish‑medium education to the Corca Dhuibhne community in County Kerry. The school’s ethos is built around the motto “Ar scáth a chéile a mhaireann na daoine” – “People live in each other’s shadow” – and it seeks to nurture the academic, spiritual and personal development of every pupil. A broad curriculum is offered, with particular emphasis on creating a respectful and caring environment where pastoral care is central to daily life. Since its opening, the school has worked closely with families, the local community and a dedicated staff team to provide a supportive setting that encourages students to reach their full potential. Facilities are designed to accommodate a wide range of abilities, fostering an atmosphere that is both nurturing and respectful of Irish language and culture.
History
Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne opened its doors in September 2007, providing post‑primary Irish‑medium education to the Corca Dhuibhne area. Since its foundation the school has grown with the support of staff, students, parents and the wider community, developing a positive school ethos centred on mutual respect and holistic development.
Applying to Pobailscoil Chorca Dhuibhne
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 Pobailscoil Chorca Dhuibhne. 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 Pobailscoil Chorca Dhuibhne
How many pupils attend Pobailscoil Chorca Dhuibhne?
Pobailscoil Chorca Dhuibhne has 441 pupils enrolled, 212 girls and 229 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Pobailscoil Chorca Dhuibhne a DEIS school?
No. Pobailscoil Chorca Dhuibhne 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.
Does Pobailscoil Chorca Dhuibhne teach through Irish?
Yes. Pobailscoil Chorca Dhuibhne teaches all subjects through Irish. It is also located in a Gaeltacht area.