Holy Rosary Primary School
Tallaght, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 525 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 268 girls, 257 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19878E the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Holy Rosary Primary School is a vibrant, community‑focused primary school situated in Old Court, Dublin 24. The school’s ethos centres on creating a happy, caring environment where pupils are encouraged to maximise their potential through a balanced programme of academic learning and creative enrichment. Classrooms are organised into 24 groups covering Junior Infants to Sixth Class, providing small‑class settings that support personalised attention and strong teacher‑pupil relationships. The curriculum is complemented by a wide range of extracurricular activities that foster both practical skills and personal development. Recent initiatives include a robotics workshop using LEGO® SPIKE™ kits, arts and activity weeks, and regular community events such as Grandparents Day and sponsored charity walks. These programmes reflect the school’s commitment to holistic education, promoting teamwork, problem‑solving, and cultural awareness alongside core subjects. Strong parental involvement and volunteer support underpin the school’s vibrant community life, with families contributing to a rich educational experience. Modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for science, technology, and the arts, enable pupils to explore a variety of interests in a safe and supportive setting.
Applying to Holy Rosary Primary 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 Rosary Primary 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 Rosary Primary School
How many pupils attend Holy Rosary Primary School?
Holy Rosary Primary School has 525 pupils enrolled, 268 girls and 257 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Holy Rosary Primary School a DEIS school?
Yes. Holy Rosary Primary 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 Holy Rosary Primary School?
Holy Rosary Primary School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.