Inchicore National School
Inchicore, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 201 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 107 girls, 94 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20139T the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Inchicore National School is a Roman Catholic, co‑educational primary school situated on Sarsfield Road in the historic suburb of Inchicore, Dublin. Under the patronage of the Archbishop of Dublin, the school provides an eight‑year curriculum for children from the age of four, delivering the national primary programme in a supportive, inclusive environment. The ethos stresses partnership between pupils, parents, teachers, ancillary staff and the Board of Management, fostering a happy, secure and friendly atmosphere where each child’s individuality is respected and encouraged to reach its full potential. The school places a strong emphasis on holistic development, offering a range of enrichment activities that complement academic learning. Recent initiatives include a vibrant Science Week celebrating STEM, environmental workshops in partnership with local cultural institutions such as the Irish Museum of Modern Art, and regular performances that showcase pupils’ creativity. Literacy and reading support is available for parents, reinforcing the home‑school link, while the school’s proximity to Memorial Park, Kilmainham Gaol, the IMMA and the Royal Hospital provides valuable community and cultural connections for experiential learning.
History
The origins of Inchicore National School are closely tied to the development of the Inchicore railway and the needs of the local community. The school was established on the former site of the Cow and Calf Inn, responding to the growing population of the area. Its history reflects the evolution of the neighbourhood, maintaining a long‑standing commitment to providing Catholic education to the parish of Inchicore and surrounding districts.
Applying to Inchicore 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 Inchicore 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 Inchicore National School
How many pupils attend Inchicore National School?
Inchicore National School has 201 pupils enrolled, 107 girls and 94 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Inchicore National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Inchicore National 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 Inchicore National School?
Inchicore National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.