Holy Child National School
Whitehall, Dublin
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 495 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 388 girls, 107 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20338C the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Holy Child National School is a Catholic primary school situated in Larkhill, County Dublin, serving the local communities of Larkhill, Whitehall and Santry. The school promotes an inclusive ethos, welcoming children of all abilities and backgrounds, and works in partnership with parents to create a safe, caring and stimulating environment where every pupil can reach their full potential. A dedicated Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) class and a team of special‑needs assistants demonstrate the school’s commitment to supporting diverse learning needs. The curriculum is delivered across Junior Infants to Sixth Class, with a structured school day that balances academic lessons, regular breaks and outdoor play. Uniforms are worn daily, reinforcing a sense of community, while specialised PE gear is provided for physical education. Facilities include well‑equipped classrooms, a dedicated ASD classroom, and ample outdoor space for recreation. The school’s values are reflected in its mission to nurture, empower and respect each child, fostering both academic achievement and personal development.
History
Holy Child National School was established in September 2009 following the amalgamation of Holy Child Infant School and Holy Child Senior Girls National School. The school continues a tradition of Catholic education in the area that has served the Larkhill/Whitehall/Santry community since 1942.
Applying to Holy Child 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 Holy Child 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 Holy Child National School
How many pupils attend Holy Child National School?
Holy Child National School has 495 pupils enrolled, 388 girls and 107 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Holy Child National School a DEIS school?
No. Holy Child 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 Holy Child National School?
Holy Child National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.