Burrows National School
Sutton, Dublin
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 195 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 107 girls, 88 boys
- Ethos
- Church Of Ireland
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 09642P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Burrow School is a co‑educational primary school under Church of Ireland patronage, situated in Sutton, Dublin 13. It provides education for approximately 220 pupils from Junior Infants to Sixth Class, catering for children aged four to thirteen. The school follows the Irish national curriculum, emphasising a balanced approach that nurtures academic achievement, personal development and community values within a supportive, inclusive environment. The campus comprises eight modern classrooms and the historic Burrow Hall, which serves as a versatile space for physical education, assemblies, after‑school clubs, meetings and school elections. Continuous investment in facilities, including a 1994 refurbishment and ongoing enhancements by the Board of Management, ensures a safe and stimulating learning setting. Strong partnerships with the Parent Association and the Department of Education & Skills further enrich the educational experience, offering a range of extracurricular activities and resources such as educational apps and dedicated parent support services.
History
The original parish school on the site dates to before 1807, funded by a £15 grant from the Association for the Promotion of Christian Knowledge and taught by a single teacher. After falling into disrepair, a second school was erected in 1831 under a lease between the Third Earl of Howth and the Rector of Howth. A third building, now known as Burrow Hall, was constructed by Richard Campbell and opened in 1881. Rapid population growth in the 1960s prompted the construction of a new school building, officially opened on 3 January 1969 by the Minister for Education and blessed by the Archbishop of Dublin. An extension added an assembly room and extra classroom in 1972, bringing enrolment to 191 pupils. The school was refurbished in 1994 and continues to evolve while retaining its historic roots.
Applying to Burrows 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.
National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Burrows 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 Burrows National School
How many pupils attend Burrows National School?
Burrows National School has 195 pupils enrolled, 107 girls and 88 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Burrows National School a DEIS school?
No. Burrows 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 Burrows National School?
Burrows National School has a Church Of Ireland ethos. It is a mixed primary school.