Welcome to our School

Killoughteen N.S. is a rural, mixed, catholic school just outside Newcastle West town. Our 235 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

Fire Engine Visit

Fire Engine Visit

Last week we had a lovely visit from Newcastle West Fire Brigade. Our juniors, seniors, 1st, and 2nd classes all got to sit in the fire engine and use the fire hose. It was a great surprise for the younger classes who really enjoyed it. A big thank you to Stephen...

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Walk on the Greenway

Walk on the Greenway

On Thursday last, September 12th, our 2nd to 6th class pupils enjoyed a walk on the Greenway from school to the Barnagh Greenway Hub. It was a lovely walk and enjoyed by all pupils.  It's a fantastic resource on our doorstep. Well done to all pupils who walked...

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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