Gaelscoil Phadraig
Baile Breac, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 118 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 61 girls, 57 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- All subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20056P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Gaelscoil Phádraig is a mixed, Catholic‑ethos primary school situated in the Baile Breac area of Dublin. Operating under the patronage of An Foras Pátrúnachta, the school delivers the full curriculum through Irish, creating an immersive language environment where staff and pupils communicate exclusively in the national language. The school’s educational philosophy centres on an interactive, encouraging atmosphere that nurtures independent thinking, collaborative creation and a deep appreciation of Irish culture. The curriculum balances strong academic foundations with a rich programme of creative and sporting activities. Pupils regularly engage in Irish dancing, Gaelic football, hurling/camogie, tin‑whistle music, athletics and a vibrant student council, while the Green Schools Committee promotes environmental awareness. A family‑like community ethos underpins daily life, with an open‑door policy that invites parents and guardians to participate actively in school life, ensuring each child’s individual needs are met and fostering a safe, happy learning environment.
Applying to Gaelscoil Phadraig
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 Phadraig. 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 Phadraig
How many pupils attend Gaelscoil Phadraig?
Gaelscoil Phadraig has 118 pupils enrolled, 61 girls and 57 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Gaelscoil Phadraig a DEIS school?
Yes. Gaelscoil Phadraig 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.
Does Gaelscoil Phadraig teach through Irish?
Yes. Gaelscoil Phadraig teaches all subjects through Irish.