An Chroi Ro Naofa Sois
Tallaght, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 167 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 95 girls, 72 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19652B the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Sacred Heart Junior National School, situated in Killinarden, Tallaght, is a Catholic co‑educational junior primary school that welcomes children from four to eight years of age. The school prides itself on an inclusive ethos, recognising and supporting the individual strengths and needs of every pupil. A strong partnership with parents, families and the wider community underpins the learning environment, fostering a sense of belonging and shared responsibility for each child’s development. The school offers a range of specialised facilities that enhance its holistic curriculum. An Early Start pre‑school accommodates up to 60 children from three years and two months, providing a smooth transition into formal schooling. The Den, an autism‑spectrum disorder unit opened in November 2013, delivers tailored support for children with autism. Additional resources such as the Doodle Den, Green School initiatives and the Active School Flag programme promote creativity, environmental awareness and physical wellbeing, ensuring a well‑rounded educational experience.
History
An Croí Ró Naofa Junior National School opened in 1980 as a Catholic co‑educational junior primary school for children aged four to eight. The school later added an Early Start pre‑school for 60 children aged three years and two months, and in November 2013 expanded its provision with a dedicated unit for children with autism.
Applying to An Chroi Ro Naofa Sois
For a September 2027 place, a school's formal admissions process cannot begin before 1 October 2026. The school sets its own opening and closing dates in its annual admission notice.
National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to An Chroi Ro Naofa Sois. Individual schools set their own discretionary closure days, confirm exact dates with the school.
- October Mid-Term Break: Mon 26 Oct – Fri 30 Oct 2026
- Christmas Holidays: Wed 23 Dec 2026 – Tue 5 Jan 2027
- February Mid-Term Break: Thu 18 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027 (post-primary schools: Mon 15 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027)
- Easter Holidays: Mon 22 Mar – Sun 4 Apr 2027
Primary schools close for the last two days of the February mid-term week and may use discretionary days to take the full week, so their break can be shorter than post-primary schools'.
Frequently asked questions about An Chroi Ro Naofa Sois
How many pupils attend An Chroi Ro Naofa Sois?
An Chroi Ro Naofa Sois has 167 pupils enrolled, 95 girls and 72 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is An Chroi Ro Naofa Sois a DEIS school?
Yes. An Chroi Ro Naofa Sois is part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme called Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools. DEIS schools serve communities at risk of educational disadvantage and receive additional supports, which can include smaller classes, extra teaching posts and funding for books and meals.
What is the ethos of An Chroi Ro Naofa Sois?
An Chroi Ro Naofa Sois has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.