Welcome to our School

Killoughteen N.S. is a rural, mixed, catholic school just outside Newcastle West town. Our 243 pupils range in age from 4 to 13 years. The atmosphere in our school is a very happy one enhanced by a supportive parent body. We opened our first Special Class (ASD) and a pre-school on the school premises called Killoughteen Kids in September 2018. In September 2022 we opened our second Special Class.

Latest News

School Admission Notice for the 2025 2026 School Year

School Admission Notice for the 2025 2026 School Year

Please click on the link below to access the school's Annual Admission Notice in respect of admissions for the 2025/2026 school year. Admissions Notice 2025 2026 Please note the final date for applications to the school is 22nd November 2024.  If you wish to make an...

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Eden – Our School Therapy Dog

Eden – Our School Therapy Dog

On 25th  November 2024 we had a new pupil join our school - Eden our school therapy dog! She met all the classes on her first week and the children all love her! Why this is amazing for our school: SENSE OF RESPONSIBILITY: Pupils will learn valuable skills by caring...

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TLC Christmas Trees

TLC Christmas Trees

Last week four of our classes entered into the TLC Decorate a Big Tree competition. Using recyclable materials juniors, seniors, 2nd and 4th classes decorated TLC trees. These will be displayed at the Jetland Shopping Center for December. Best of luck to all...

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School Calendar 2024-25

First Day of School  Wednesday 28th August
Halloween Mid Term Closed on Monday 28 October & re-opening Monday 4th November
Christmas Holidays Closed 20th Friday December & re-opening Monday 6th January
St. Brigid’s Day Closed Monday 3rd February
Mid Term Break Closed Thursday 20th & Friday 21st February
St. Patrick’s Day Closed Monday 17th March
Easter Holidays
Closed Monday 14th April & re-opening Monday 28th  April
May Bank Holiday
Closed Monday 5th May  .
June Bank Holiday
Closed Monday 2nd June
Summer Holidays
Closing on Friday 20th June