Belvedere College S.J.
Dublin 1, Dublin
Key facts
- Boys
- Pupils enrolled
- 1,011 larger than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 60520P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Belvedere College S.J. is a Catholic, Jesuit secondary school in Dublin that welcomes a diverse community of learners. Its mission is to engage students so that faith and justice become core values, fostering a “passion for excellence” that extends well beyond the classroom. The college’s educational philosophy embraces academic rigour, personal development and social responsibility, encouraging pupils to confront local, national and global challenges with confidence and compassion. International links with other Jesuit schools support a robust programme of educational exchanges and immersion experiences, reinforcing the Jesuit ideal of forming “men for others”. The school prides itself on a supportive, inclusive environment built on respectful and collaborative relationships among staff, students, parents, alumni and the wider community. Facilities include modern classrooms, specialist laboratories, sports amenities and spaces available for hire, all underpinned by comprehensive safeguarding and student‑wellbeing programmes. The college’s values of community, respect for diverse cultures and a commitment to service are reflected in its extracurricular offerings, pastoral care and a vibrant calendar of events and initiatives.
Applying to Belvedere College S.J.
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 post-primary school dates apply broadly to Belvedere College S.J.. 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: Mon 15 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027 (primary schools: Thu 18 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 Belvedere College S.J.
How many pupils attend Belvedere College S.J.?
Belvedere College S.J. has 1,011 pupils enrolled. That makes it larger than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Belvedere College S.J. a DEIS school?
No. Belvedere College S.J. 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 Belvedere College S.J.?
Belvedere College S.J. has a Catholic ethos. It is a boys' post-primary school.
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