Muire Gan Smal Castleisland

About

Muire Gan Smál is a Catholic co‑educational primary school serving children from Junior Infants to 6th class in the heart of Castleisland, Co. Kerry. The school provides a balanced curriculum that blends traditional academic learning with a strong emphasis on personal development and wellbeing. A dedicated support teaching team works alongside six mainstream classes, and three specialised classrooms are equipped to meet the needs of pupils with autism spectrum disorder, ensuring an inclusive learning environment for all. The school boasts a wide range of extra‑curricular activities, including Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) sports, gymnastics and basketball, encouraging pupils to develop confidence and teamwork skills. On‑site before‑ and after‑school care supports families with flexible supervision. Recent achievements such as the SFI Curious Mind Gold Award highlight the school’s commitment to STEM education, covering science, technology, engineering, maths and a showcase of student projects. A Whole‑School Evaluation carried out by the Department of Education in January 2024 praised the school’s learning environment, teaching quality and pupil wellbeing.