Tahilla Community National School
Sneem, Kerry
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 29 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 13 girls, 16 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 05348S the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Tahilla Community National School is a multi‑denominational, co‑educational primary school situated in the rural village of Tahilla, Sneem, County Kerry. Set against a backdrop of mountains, sea and the Kerry Way, the school provides a tranquil, natural environment that supports both indoor and outdoor learning. The medium of instruction is English and the school follows the Department of Education and Skills Primary School Curriculum (1999), delivering a broad, balanced programme that is differentiated to meet the varied needs of its pupils. The school’s educational philosophy centres on creating a welcoming, diverse and dynamic community where the learner is at the heart of all activities. Teaching employs a range of active methodologies, encouraging curiosity, responsibility and a love of learning. Co‑curricular and extra‑curricular opportunities, including a Nurture Room, school garden, music generation programme and various thematic weeks such as Science and Maths Week, enhance the curriculum and foster holistic development. The emphasis on outdoor experiences and community partnership aims to develop socially responsible citizens prepared for the future.
Applying to Tahilla Community 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 Tahilla Community 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 Tahilla Community National School
How many pupils attend Tahilla Community National School?
Tahilla Community National School has 29 pupils enrolled, 13 girls and 16 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Tahilla Community National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Tahilla Community 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 Tahilla Community National School?
Tahilla Community National School has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed primary school.