Holy Family National School
School Details
About
Holy Family National School is a vibrant Catholic primary school situated in the heart of Tralee, County Kerry. The school embraces a whole‑child approach, aiming to nurture intellectual, emotional, social, physical, cultural and spiritual development. Its curriculum is designed to balance academic rigour with character building, encouraging curiosity, compassion and confidence. Facilities include dedicated infant and main school classrooms, a well‑maintained playground, and spaces that support active participation in sports and environmental programmes such as the Green Schools initiative. The school community places a strong emphasis on partnership between home and school, fostering a supportive environment where every pupil is known, valued and encouraged to thrive. Through initiatives like the Active Schools Flag Award and a robust DEIS (Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools) framework, Holy Family provides inclusive opportunities, extra‑curricular activities and additional resources to ensure that all children can achieve happiness, fulfilment and success in their educational journey.
History
- 1976: Established under Principal Micheál Hayes to relieve overcrowding in local schools, initially operating from the Old Monastery in Balloonagh and serving boys from 2nd class upwards. - January 1980: Relocated to the current building, expanding provision to include infant classes through 6th class. - September 2006: Became fully co‑educational, welcoming both boys and girls. - 2021: Maria O’Regan appointed as the first female principal. - 2022: Received DEIS designation, enhancing support and resources for the school community.