Scoil Náisiúnta Chill Coinnigh
Glenties, Donegal
Key facts
- DEIS
- Girls
- Pupils enrolled
- 5 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 13563S the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naisiunta Chill Coinnigh is a vibrant primary school situated in the picturesque village of Kilkenny, Glenties, County Donegal. Set against the stunning backdrop of Gweebarra Bay, the school benefits from a tranquil rural environment that enhances learning and play. The premises include a well‑maintained school garden and a dedicated Green School area, encouraging pupils to engage with nature and develop sustainable habits. An Active School Flag highlights the institution’s commitment to promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyles throughout the day. The curriculum reflects a balanced, child‑centred approach, incorporating the national Aistear framework for early childhood education alongside specialised programmes such as Maths Eyes and the National Children’s Choir. A rich programme of extracurricular activities – ranging from World Book Day celebrations and Christmas plays to sports, football and trips to Croke Park – supports the development of creativity, literacy and teamwork. The school also prioritises digital safety, offering internet safety resources for pupils and families.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Chill Coinnigh
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 Scoil Náisiúnta Chill Coinnigh. 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 Scoil Náisiúnta Chill Coinnigh
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Chill Coinnigh?
Scoil Náisiúnta Chill Coinnigh has 5 pupils enrolled. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Chill Coinnigh a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Chill Coinnigh 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 Scoil Náisiúnta Chill Coinnigh?
Scoil Náisiúnta Chill Coinnigh has a Catholic ethos. It is a girls' primary school.