Killen Primary School, CASTLEDERG
Killen Primary School is a primary school for pupils in Castlederg.
Data last updated 18 Oct 2026
Killen Primary School in detail
School in Northern Ireland
Killen Primary School is a controlled school in Northern Ireland, where schools are inspected by the Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) rather than Ofsted.
145 pupils are enrolled, 19% are entitled to free school meals and 5% are newcomer pupils.
30 pupils (21% of those enrolled) are on the special educational needs register at stages 1 to 3 of the Code of Practice, 10 of them with a statement.
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other state primary schools to Killen Primary School are Edwards Primary School (3 miles), St Patrick's Primary School (3.2 miles), St Caireall's Primary School (3.2 miles) and Erganagh Primary School (4.3 miles).
Edwards Primary SchoolSt Patrick's Primary SchoolSt Caireall's Primary SchoolErganagh Primary School
Getting there
There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Killen Primary School.
2 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Killen, 120 metres away.
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 Killen Primary School in August 2026.
Source: Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI), Northern Ireland.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Special Measures
Keep up with Killen Primary School
Getting There
Bus Stops
Commute and house prices
Special educational needs
30
Pupils on the SEN register (stages 1 to 3)
20.7%
of pupils enrolled
10
With a statement (stage 3)
20
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 Killen Primary School
When was Killen Primary School last inspected?
The Education and Training Inspectorate (ETI) last published an inspection report on Killen Primary School in August 2026.
How are places allocated at Killen Primary School?
Northern Ireland does not use catchment areas. Places at Killen 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 Killen Primary School?
Apply through the Education Authority's online admissions system, naming Killen Primary School. Applications usually open in January, and post-primary places may depend on an entrance assessment taken in the previous autumn.
Where is Killen Primary School?
Killen Primary School is at 76 LEARMORE ROAD, KILLEN, CASTLEDERG, TYRONE, BT81 7SD.