St Kieran's College · Kilkenny · Est. 1782

Where Kilkenny’s story grows

The oldest Catholic secondary school in Ireland

Kilkenny · Since 1782

Faith, learning and sport, for more than two centuries

A school where every boy is known, challenged and supported to become his best.

1782

Founded in Kilkenny

244

Years of education

169

Titles on the Roll of Honour

Hurling

Training & matches

Champions

The Roll of Honour

Music & drama

The school musical

Our staff

Meet the team

Faith

Mission & ethos

First Year and transfers, step by step

Junior Cycle, Transition Year, Senior Cycle

Hurling and something for every boy

Clubs, music, drama and wellbeing

Coming up

Possible P/T Meeting (TBC) Thursday 12 November 2026. Thu 12 Nov · 4:15pm–6:45pm Meeting
Oide Subject Cluster Day (No school for students) Monday 16 November 2026. Mon 16 Nov Holiday
Possible P/T Meeting (TBC) Thursday 19 November 2026. Thu 19 Nov · 4:15pm–6:45pm Meeting
Staff Training Day (No school for students) Friday 27 November 2026. Fri 27 Nov Holiday

The best way to know St Kieran’s is to visit. Meet the teachers, see the school and ask your questions.