Gaelscoil Chaladh An Treoigh
Bóthar Bhaile Átha Cliath, Limerick
Key facts
- Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 412 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 211 girls, 201 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- All subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20148U the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Gaelscoil Chaladh an Treoigh is a full‑time Irish‑medium primary school situated in the An Caisleán Nua area of Dublin (V94 7N32). The school follows the guiding principle “Mens Sana in Corpore Sano”, promoting a balanced education that nurtures both mental and physical wellbeing. Learning is delivered through immersion in the Irish language, with a curriculum that integrates the national primary syllabus, the Irish language framework, and a strong emphasis on cultural heritage. Pupils engage in a wide range of activities that develop literacy, numeracy, creativity and critical thinking while fostering a love of the Irish language and culture. The school’s facilities support a vibrant school life: dedicated classrooms, a modern sports hall, and access to swimming programmes are highlighted, alongside extracurricular clubs and events organised by the Parents’ Council. Resources such as Aladdin Connect provide secure, technology‑enhanced communication, and the school maintains a comprehensive calendar of events, sports, and cultural activities. These provisions aim to create a safe, inclusive environment where children can thrive academically, socially and physically.
Applying to Gaelscoil Chaladh An Treoigh
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 Gaelscoil Chaladh An Treoigh. 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 Chaladh An Treoigh
How many pupils attend Gaelscoil Chaladh An Treoigh?
Gaelscoil Chaladh An Treoigh has 412 pupils enrolled, 211 girls and 201 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Gaelscoil Chaladh An Treoigh a DEIS school?
No. Gaelscoil Chaladh An Treoigh 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 Chaladh An Treoigh teach through Irish?
Yes. Gaelscoil Chaladh An Treoigh teaches all subjects through Irish.