New children are brought in to school in September a day before the main body of pupils to acquaint them with the campus and give them a day of induction, ensuring a smooth transition from small primary feeder schools to a very large campus.  Regular parent-teacher meetings are held throughout the year to monitor pupils’ progress.  Contact with each pupil is ensured through a system which divides all pupils into small groups, each allocated to a member of staff.

Each class year is overseen by a member of staff.  Parents are welcome to meet one of the Deputy Principals or the Form 1 Year Head by appointment.  Parents remain closely involved with the school, supporting events such as the Carol Service, Prize Day, the games activities and matches.

Please note that there are 160 places available into Form 1 2025 at Kilkenny College, 76 boarding places between boys and girls and 84 day places between boys and girls.

Open Evening 2026 Registration

Click the link below to register your interest in Kilkenny College Open Day 2026. Please be aware this is NOT an application form. This event is for students considering enrolment in Form 1 for the 2027/28 academic year. Click Here For Link

If your application is for Form 2, 3, 4 or 5 please contact admissions@kilkennycollege.ie for an Application Form.