Primary School

Kilbonane National School

Aherla, Cork
Mixed

School Details

Address
Knocknahilan, Aherla
Location
Aherla, Cork
School Type
Primary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
97 students
Enrollment Split
46 Girls, 51 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
No subjects through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
17338I
Latest Inspection Reports
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About

Kilbonane National School is a primary (national) school situated in the rural community of Knocknahilan, Aherla, County Cork (postcode P31 WK25). As a state‑funded Irish primary school, it follows the national curriculum and provides a broad, balanced education for children in the local catchment area. The school’s online presence highlights a commitment to a wide range of extracurricular activities, including chess, music, environmental initiatives through the Green Schools programme, and a student council, indicating an emphasis on holistic development beyond the classroom. The school’s website also references a Digital Learning Plan, curricular policies for language and mathematics, and a School Self‑Evaluation (SSE) framework, suggesting a structured approach to teaching, learning and continuous improvement. Facilities are implied to support these programmes, with dedicated spaces for activities such as music and chess, and provisions for digital learning. The school maintains an active communication channel with parents via a dedicated Parents section, a Facebook page, and regular news updates.