Scoil Realt na Mara
Kilkee, Clare
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 134 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 63 girls, 71 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20078C the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Réalt na Mara is a primary school situated in the heart of Kilkee, serving as a beacon of educational excellence within its local community. The school prides itself on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every pupil is encouraged to thrive academically and personally. Emphasising innovative teaching methods, the curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking, creativity and a genuine love of learning, while also integrating a broad range of extracurricular activities that promote teamwork, confidence and cultural appreciation. The ethos of the school recognises parents as the child’s primary educators, encouraging a collaborative partnership between home and school to enhance each child’s development during the formative primary years. Regular news updates celebrate student achievements, faculty initiatives and community events, reinforcing a vibrant, forward‑looking spirit. Facilities are geared towards modern learning, with spaces that accommodate both classroom instruction and diverse extracurricular programmes, ensuring that pupils receive a well‑rounded education that prepares them for future challenges.
Applying to Scoil Realt na Mara
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 Realt na Mara. 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 Realt na Mara
How many pupils attend Scoil Realt na Mara?
Scoil Realt na Mara has 134 pupils enrolled, 63 girls and 71 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Realt na Mara a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Realt na Mara 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 Realt na Mara?
Scoil Realt na Mara has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.