Killean Primary School, NEWRY
Killean Primary School is a primary school for pupils in Newry.
Data last updated 18 Oct 2026
Killean Primary School in detail
School in Northern Ireland
Killean Primary School is a catholic maintained school in Northern Ireland, where schools are inspected by the Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) rather than Ofsted.
148 pupils are enrolled and 13% are entitled to free school meals.
24 pupils (16% of those enrolled) are on the special educational needs register at stages 1 to 3 of the Code of Practice, 5 of them with a statement.
Killean Primary School in its own words
In its own words: "In St. Michael's P.S. we wish to help everyone realise their full potential and strive to follow the examples of Christ. Through the Catholic ethos we encourage and promote respect for ourselves and those around us."
The school runs a breakfast club from 8:15am and after-school care until 4:00pm.
Vision and values (school website)Wraparound care (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other state primary schools to Killean Primary School are Jonesborough Primary School (2.1 miles), St Joseph's Primary School (2.1 miles), Cloughoge Primary School (3.3 miles) and Ballyholland Primary School (3.3 miles).
Jonesborough Primary SchoolSt Joseph's Primary SchoolCloughoge Primary SchoolBallyholland Primary School
Getting there
There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Killean Primary School.
Sources: Department of Education (NI) school data; NaPTAN (Department for Transport)
Key Information
Department of Education (NI)Inspection
The Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) last published an inspection report on Killean Primary School in May 2019.
Source: Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI), Northern Ireland.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Special Measures
Latest from Killean Primary School
CPR in P5/6 and P6/7
2 Oct 2026
P5/6 Book or Movie?🤔
2 Oct 2026
P5/6 Young Enterprise Programme
2 Oct 2026
Scoil Spreagtha visit
22 Sep 2026
Killeavy GAC Development Draw
18 Sep 2026
Welcome to Primary 1
11 Sep 2026
From Killean Primary School's website. School Signal is not affiliated with the school.
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Special educational needs
24
Pupils on the SEN register (stages 1 to 3)
16.2%
of pupils enrolled
5
With a statement (stage 3)
19
At stages 1 to 2
From the Department of Education (NI) school census. The department does not publish very small counts, which show here as "Not published".
Questions parents ask about Killean Primary School
When was Killean Primary School last inspected?
The Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) last published an inspection report on Killean Primary School in May 2019.
How are places allocated at Killean Primary School?
Northern Ireland does not use catchment areas. Places at Killean Primary School are allocated on the school's published admissions criteria through the Education Authority's transfer process, and post-primary schools may use an entrance assessment.
How do I apply to Killean Primary School?
Apply through the Education Authority's online admissions system, naming Killean Primary School. Applications usually open in January, and post-primary places may depend on an entrance assessment taken in the previous autumn.
Where is Killean Primary School?
Killean Primary School is at 29 KILLEAN SCHOOL ROAD, NEWRY, DOWN, BT35 8RX.