Primary School

Kentstown National School

Navan, Meath
Mixed

School Details

Address
Kentstown, Navan
Location
Navan, Meath
School Type
Primary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
214 students
Enrollment Split
101 Girls, 113 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
No subjects through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
17480L
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About

Kentstown National School is a mixed‑gender Catholic primary school serving the Beauparc parish in County Meath, with a current enrolment of 202 pupils (109 boys and 93 girls). The school’s ethos centres on fostering a caring community where each child can thrive academically, socially and spiritually, encouraging them to reach their full potential. A strong emphasis is placed on active learning and wellbeing, reflected in its award of the Active School Flag and participation in programmes such as the Green School, Digital School and Incredible Edibles initiatives. The school provides a safe, inclusive environment underpinned by a robust Child Safeguarding Statement, Anti‑Bullying Policy and recent updates to its Admission Policy in line with the Education Act 2022. Facilities support a vibrant curriculum, including dedicated spaces for Irish language activities (Gaeilge sa Bhaile), a celebrated school mural, and resources for online safety and digital literacy. Regular events such as Safer Internet Week and a range of extracurricular campaigns demonstrate the school’s commitment to holistic development and community engagement.