Belgrove Senior Girls National School
Clontarf, Dublin
Key facts
- Girls
- Pupils enrolled
- 380 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17148D the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St John the Baptist Senior Girls’ National School, commonly known as Belgrove Senior Girls’ N.S., is a Catholic, child‑centred senior primary school catering for pupils from second to sixth class. The school describes itself as a happy, welcoming and progressive learning environment where professionalism, dedication and teamwork underpin the delivery of a high‑quality education. A strong Catholic ethos informs the school’s values and daily life, fostering an inclusive and supportive community that nurtures academic, social, emotional and spiritual development. The curriculum is complemented by a broad range of extra‑curricular activities, including outdoor art lessons in a newly refurbished shelter on the Prom, science visits, literary festivals and collaborations with local universities and organisations. These programmes aim to provide a well‑rounded education and encourage pupils to achieve their full potential. The school works closely with parents, promoting partnership and communication to support each child’s learning journey. Modern facilities, such as dedicated class spaces, a well‑equipped library and digital resources, support innovative teaching and learning. Regular class blogs and a vibrant social‑media presence keep the school community informed and engaged, reflecting the school’s commitment to transparency and community involvement.
Applying to Belgrove Senior Girls National School
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.
School-published admissions links
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National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Belgrove Senior Girls National School. 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 Belgrove Senior Girls National School
How many pupils attend Belgrove Senior Girls National School?
Belgrove Senior Girls National School has 380 pupils enrolled. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Belgrove Senior Girls National School a DEIS school?
No. Belgrove Senior Girls National School is not part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme of additional supports for schools serving communities at risk of educational disadvantage. Not holding DEIS status says nothing about how good a school is, only about the profile of the community it serves.
What is the ethos of Belgrove Senior Girls National School?
Belgrove Senior Girls National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a girls' primary school.