Kilgobnet National School
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About
Kilgobnet National School is a caring, Catholic primary school that provides a quality national school education in a safe, friendly atmosphere. The school’s ethos emphasises mutual respect, trust and partnership between management, staff, pupils and parents, fostering an environment where every child is valued and encouraged to develop intellectually, socially, spiritually, morally, athletically, culturally and physically. The curriculum is supported by a range of dedicated resources, including a “Kids Zone” with interactive literacy and numeracy tools, and a strong focus on health and wellbeing through its Health‑Promoting School programme, which offers guidance on healthy snacks, head‑lice management and overall wellness. The school operates across four class groups – Infants, First and Second, Third and Fourth, and Fifth and Sixth – each with its own class page where teachers and pupils regularly post updates. Kilgobnet embraces environmental stewardship through its participation in the Green Schools programme and the display of the Biodiversity Flag. Modern facilities, a picturesque rural setting and a commitment to inclusive education, including provisions for special educational needs, ensure that pupils receive a well‑rounded education that prepares them for future learning and life.
History
Education in Kilgobnet dates back to a hedge school taught by Mr. Fleming. Following the 1831 National Education Act, the original Kilgobnet school was built in 1934 with three rooms, later expanded with a prefab after the closure of nearby Gortnascarry school. In 1988 the old building was replaced by a new, modern structure in a scenic location. The school’s leadership lineage includes principals Andrew O’Sullivan, William Coughlan, James Kennedy, Dan Clifford, William Langford, Murt Kelly, Pat O’Connor and the current principal, Bernadette Costello.