Primary School

Ballyduff NS

Kilmeaden, Waterford
Mixed

School Details

Address
Ballyduff West, Kilmeaden
Location
Kilmeaden, Waterford
School Type
Primary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
214 students
Enrollment Split
93 Girls, 121 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
No subjects through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
13635R
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About

Ballyduff National School is a vibrant primary‑level institution that welcomes children from the local community to learn and grow together. The school’s ethos, mission and vision are centred on the Irish maxim “Ní Neart Go Cur Le Chéile” – strength through unity – and it promotes a caring, inclusive environment where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential. A strong emphasis is placed on collaborative learning, the development of personal values and the celebration of Irish culture, as reflected in the school’s crest, motto and dedicated values page. The school provides a range of supportive provisions, including dedicated autism support classes and special‑education resources, ensuring that learners with diverse needs receive appropriate assistance. Practical resources such as a clearly defined uniform policy, a regularly updated school calendar and a “Social Story” for new pupils help families navigate school life smoothly. Communication with parents is facilitated through a comprehensive online portal that hosts news, Instagram updates, staff and class information, and a suite of policies and enrolment guidance.