Deputy Principal: Mrs B McWEY

Phone / fax 045 521799
Scoil bhride naofa, Cill Dare caters for all children from junior infants to sixth class in an atmosphere of learning, growth, happiness, joy and safety. The school tradition fosters the caring Christian ethos- handed on by the presentation sisters.
All the partners in education enthusiastically support the school. This support which is vital for the optimum operation of the school, is most evident at times of concerts, matches, parades, religious ceremonies, tours, dance displays etc. While public displays manifest the excellence of the school, little gems of creativity and success are the daily occurrences in which the school rejoices.

Presentation secondary school is a voluntary school under the trusteeship of the presentation sisters, catering for girls of all abilities aged between 12 years and 18 years. The aim of the school is to enable the students to achieve their full potential in a caring and secure environment and to develop Christian values based on the recognition and respect of the individual within a catholic setting. Order and discipline are an essential part of every day life. the school values the individual and strides to
Create an atmosphere in which the dignity of each student is respected and each is free to learn and develop within a supportive and caring environment. Therefore the school expects certain behaviour from each student. For further information the principle can be contacted at the above telephone number

The vocational school in Kildare opened in 1960. It offers co-ed second level education to pupils from Kildare and the surrounding areas. It provides a full range of academic and practical subjects including Irish, English, maths, business studies, Spanish, science, history, biology, technology, technical graphics, technical drawing, metalwork and computer studies.
Sports include Gaelic football, soccer, hurling and basketball.
Kildare college of further studies provides post leaving certificate course in secretarial tourism & heritage.
The college places particular emphasis on computer applications in all plc courses. Job placement record is excellent; all courses are ncva certified. Further details are available from the college.

The college is a registered test centre for European computer driving licence: (E.C.D.L)
Adult morning and evening computer classes are run in the college.

Principal Shay Nolan
Deputy Principal Kathleen Kelly

Scoil na mainistreach De la Salle is a primary school catering for boys from 1ST to 6TH classes inclusive. Apart from having an excellent reputation academically, the school has a great sporting tradition catering for practically every sport. The school has had numerous successes in Gaelic football, soccer, and hurling, cross country running, basketball and badminton. There is also a sports field with three pitches for the pupils use.
The library and computer room facilities are second to none and will undoubtedly benefit pupils in today's world where information and communication technology is so important.

St Joseph's academy is a De la Salle post primary school for boys in Kildare town and its vicinity. The school developed after the arrival of the order to Kildare in 1884 and is now a modern building with excellent facilities. Its board of management represents trustees, teachers and parents. The school has a vibrant parent council and student council. Past pupils are active in supporting career guidance and other initiatives. The school has active links with the local community through clubs, festivals and heritage activities.
Contact the principal for further information.