Gaelscoil An Tsli Dala
Laois
Key facts
- Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 49 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 23 girls, 26 boys
- Ethos
- Inter Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- All subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20224K the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Gaelscoil Shlí Dála is an Irish‑medium primary school that delivers the curriculum entirely through the Irish language, fostering fluency and cultural pride among its pupils. The school places a strong emphasis on the holistic development of children, integrating traditional Irish arts such as music, drama and native sports, including Gaelic football and corr, with contemporary digital learning tools to create a vibrant, modern learning environment. The ethos centres on providing a safe, happy and supportive setting where every child can thrive academically and socially. A dedicated staff team works to ensure that each pupil receives personalised attention, encouraging curiosity and confidence. Facilities support a broad range of activities, from well‑equipped classrooms for digital instruction to spaces for musical and theatrical expression, as well as outdoor areas for sport and play. Regular events, special occasions and a school calendar rich with cultural celebrations further embed the Irish language and heritage into everyday school life.
Applying to Gaelscoil An Tsli Dala
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 Gaelscoil An Tsli Dala. 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 Gaelscoil An Tsli Dala
How many pupils attend Gaelscoil An Tsli Dala?
Gaelscoil An Tsli Dala has 49 pupils enrolled, 23 girls and 26 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Gaelscoil An Tsli Dala a DEIS school?
No. Gaelscoil An Tsli Dala 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.
Does Gaelscoil An Tsli Dala teach through Irish?
Yes. Gaelscoil An Tsli Dala teaches all subjects through Irish.