Admissions
Application Process
Choosing a school for your daughter is one of the most important decisions you are ever likely to make on her behalf.
At HCK we know that you will have many questions which need to be addressed before you can make a fully informed choice for your daughter. Your priorities will vary depending on the individual needs of your child.
We are here to help at all times. You may wish to organise a private tour of the school with the Principal as our Open Evening has now taken place. For further information or to arrange a visit, please email admissions@holychildkilliney.ie.
Following amendments in The Education Admissions to Schools Act our admissions policy has been adjusted and is now compliant.
For Admissions 2026/2027, please contact admissions@holychildkilliney.ie
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In October of the year before your daughter’s year of entry, the Annual Admissions Notice will be published. Applications will be accepted and places offered according to the criteria laid out in the Admissions policy. Offers will not be made before the date set out in the Annual Admissions Notice which will be posted on the school website and communicated to you.
If before 1 February 2020 you applied for a place in Holy Child Killiney with an entry date later than September 2025, you will need to apply again in October of the year before your desired entry date.
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2nd Year Onwards (i.e. Transfer Admissions)
Application FormYou may apply any time for a place in Holy Child Killiney for 2nd-6th Year. Any available places will be allocated in accordance with the selection criteria in our Admissions Policy. Any offer is conditional on payment of a deposit in full. Our Application Form is available online and may be downloaded.
Our current admissions policy has been created within the context of current legislation, the DES regulation, the rights of the Patron and the resources available as further outlined in our admissions policy document.
If you would like further information or have any questions on any aspect of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us at admissions@holychildkilliney.ie or 01 2823120.
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Fees are detailed below for each academic year and can be paid either in 2 half yearly installments or over nine months by standing order.
Academic Year 2026/2027
€7,660 per annum
Additional Fee for Transition Year €900
Supervised Study for 3rd, 5th and 6th Year. Please contact eveningstudy@holychildkilliney.ie.
Online Payments
Online payments can be made via the link below:
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Here in Holy Child Killiney we welcome applications from international students for full or part of the academic year.
Every year we have a number of international students at the school who come to us directly or through international agents.
We currently have students from Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan and Korea. We provide a rich learning experience in one of Dublin’s top girls fee-paying secondary schools.
The facilities and location of the school provide beautiful surroundings in a quiet part of County Dublin. Our international students quickly get involved and make friends within a warm and welcoming environment.
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Open Evening
Each September, HCK opens its doors for an Open Evening, which allows prospective parents and students the opportunity to view the school and its facilities, while also meeting students, staff and existing parents. Tours are conducted by students from 1st to 6th Year.
With the emphasis on informality, it is hoped that the Open Evening provides a snapshot of life at Holy Child, and offers a genuine insight into the spirit of the school and its community.
Please note that our Open Evening for this year has now taken place. Registration will reopen ahead of next year's Open Evening — please check back here nearer the date, or contact admissions@holychildkilliney.ie in the meantime for a private tour with the Principal.
Express your interest
Thinking of joining us or would love to learn more? We would love to hear from you. Please complete the form overleaf and we will be in touch with you shortly.