Mary Queen Of Angels
BALLYFERMOT, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Boys
- Pupils enrolled
- 171 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18585H the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Mary Queen of Angels 1 (MQA 1) is a boys’ primary school situated on Gurteen Road in Ballyfermot, Dublin 10. The school caters for children from the Early Start programme through to Sixth Class, providing a holistic, inclusive and relational learning environment. Emphasis is placed on developing character, confidence and kindness alongside academic achievement, with a strong focus on life‑building experiences both inside and outside the classroom. The curriculum is complemented by a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sport, chess, guitar lessons and digital learning initiatives, ensuring pupils have ample opportunities to explore interests and develop new skills. The school benefits from modern teaching facilities, having upgraded interactive whiteboards in every classroom and installed school‑wide Wi‑Fi as part of a 2021 grant under the Irish National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP). These enhancements aim to bridge the digital divide and support learners at risk of educational disadvantage. With over 170 boys enrolled daily and a dedicated team of 17 teachers, MQA 1 offers a vibrant community where pupils can thrive academically, socially and creatively.
History
Mary Queen of Angels 1 first opened its doors to the boys of Ballyfermot in 1960. Since then the school has grown to accommodate more than 170 pupils and continues to serve the local community with a commitment to inclusive, joyful education.
Applying to Mary Queen Of Angels
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.
School-published admissions links
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National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Mary Queen Of Angels. 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 Mary Queen Of Angels
How many pupils attend Mary Queen Of Angels?
Mary Queen Of Angels has 171 pupils enrolled. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Mary Queen Of Angels a DEIS school?
Yes. Mary Queen Of Angels 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 Mary Queen Of Angels?
Mary Queen Of Angels has a Catholic ethos. It is a boys' primary school.