Welcome To Our School
Generally known as "The Model School", Kilkenny Church of Ireland National School was founded in 1856 and is located in a fine modern school building just off the Castlecomer Road in the medieval city of Kilkenny.
Back to school
Welcome back to the new school year!
Our Ethos
Kilkenny Church of Ireland National School is a community where all pupils are equally valued and respected and where moral values such as honesty, truthfulness, justice, fairness and sensitivity to others are nurtured and protected.
School Activities
At The Model School we offer a variety of different sports and activities. Sports include swimming, soccer, hurling, rugby and basketball and there are regular school trips and outings, theatre visits, concerts and much more.
Covid-19 Parent Information
This page contains information relating to your child's return to school.
School Calendar
Halloween Break
Fri Oct 23rd 2.40pm - Mon Nov 2nd 8.55am
Christmas Holidays
Tue Dec 22nd 08.55am - Wed Jan 6th 08.55am
Mid-term Break
Fri Feb 12th 08.55am - Mon Feb 22nd 08.55am
St. Patrick’s Day
Wed Mar 17th 08.55am - 2.40pm