Scoil Naisiunta Ciarain

About

Scoil Chiaráin is a Catholic co‑educational primary school situated in the village of Kilfinny, County Limerick. It serves children from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class, offering a structured progression of classes – Bunranganna (Junior and Senior Infants), Meánranganna (1st and 2nd Class) and Ardranganna (3rd to 6th Class). The school day runs from 9:00 am to 2:40 pm for the full school, with a shorter timetable for the infant section, and doors open at 8:50 am. A strong emphasis is placed on creating a caring, supportive and stimulating learning environment where every pupil feels respected, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of Scoil Chiaráin centres on partnership – building trusting relationships between children, families and staff. Its core values promote respectful collaboration, restorative practice and a focus on holistic development, both academically and personally. The school’s close‑knit community is reinforced by an active Parents’ Association, a volunteer Board of Management and a range of initiatives that foster a safe, inclusive atmosphere for learning and growth.