Central Senior Mixed National School
Dublin 1, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 227 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 110 girls, 117 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 00752A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Central Model Senior School is an inclusive primary school for boys and girls in 2nd‑to‑6th class, situated on Deverell Place off Gardiner Street, with a mailing address on Marlborough Street, Dublin 1. The school embraces a Catholic tradition while welcoming children of all faiths and beliefs, fostering a community where pupils, parents, staff and the Board of Management work in partnership. Its educational ethos prioritises a happy, secure learning environment that values each child’s uniqueness and encourages them to reach their full potential through collaborative learning, respectful behaviour and a positive atmosphere. The school benefits from a modern, restored building opened in 1995, providing purpose‑built classrooms and spaces for creative and physical activities. A distinctive feature is the partnership with The Lab Gallery, which introduces Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS) to develop art appreciation, language, listening and higher‑order thinking skills. Regular events such as summer camps, sports days and community news updates reflect an active, well‑rounded programme that supports both academic and personal development.
History
Central Model Schools were founded in 1859, originally teaching boys and girls separately and serving as a training ground for student teachers and monitors under experienced “model” teachers. After the establishment of the Free State in 1922, the teacher‑training role ceased. In 1981 the Central Model Boys’ and Girls’ schools amalgamated to become Central Model Senior and Central Model Infants Schools. A fire on St Patrick’s weekend in 1982 destroyed the premises, leading to several years in prefabricated accommodation. The restored school building was officially opened on 27 March 1995. Notable former pupils include George Bernard Shaw, John Devoy, J.M. Synge, poet Paula Meehan and stained‑glass artist Harry Clarke.
Applying to Central Senior Mixed 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 Central Senior Mixed 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 Central Senior Mixed National School
How many pupils attend Central Senior Mixed National School?
Central Senior Mixed National School has 227 pupils enrolled, 110 girls and 117 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Central Senior Mixed National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Central Senior Mixed National School 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 Central Senior Mixed National School?
Central Senior Mixed National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.