Ladyswell National School
Mulhuddart, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 447 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 199 girls, 248 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19850F the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Ladyswell National School is a co‑educational primary school situated in Dromheath Gardens, Mulhuddart, Dublin 15, with an enrolment of 483 pupils. Operating under Catholic patronage, the school welcomes children of all faiths and none, promoting an inclusive community ethos. The curriculum follows the national primary framework while placing strong emphasis on the holistic development of pupils through dedicated programmes in music, art, drama and physical education. A broad sports offering, including cycling, GAA, rugby, boxing and dance, supports the school’s vibrant sporting culture. In 2019 the school joined the Hot School Meals Programme, providing pupils with a choice of two daily meals, alongside vegetarian/vegan and culturally appropriate options, thereby supporting wellbeing and academic achievement. A major development occurred in September 2021 when the new school building was officially opened by An Tánaiste Leo Varadkar. The modern facilities comprise a brand‑new library, eight resource rooms, a sensory room, a parents’ room and a fully equipped kitchen used for breakfast, hot lunches and cookery classes for both pupils and parents. Strong links between parents and teachers are actively encouraged to enhance each child’s educational experience.
History
The school’s recent milestones include joining the Hot School Meals Programme in 2019 and the official opening of its new building by An Tánaiste Leo Varadkar in September 2021, which added a library, resource rooms, a sensory room, a parents’ room and a kitchen. No further historical details are provided on the website.
Applying to Ladyswell 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 Ladyswell 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 Ladyswell National School
How many pupils attend Ladyswell National School?
Ladyswell National School has 447 pupils enrolled, 199 girls and 248 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Ladyswell National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Ladyswell 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 Ladyswell National School?
Ladyswell National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.