Mourne Road Infants School
Drimnagh, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 125 about the same size as the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 68 girls, 57 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17356K the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Our Lady of Good Counsel Infant National School, situated on Mourne Road in Drimnagh, Dublin 12, provides a vibrant and nurturing environment for boys and girls from Junior Infants through to First Class. The school also offers specialised early‑intervention and junior autism spectrum disorder (ASD) classes, ensuring that children with additional needs receive tailored support alongside their peers. A strong emphasis is placed on a holistic approach to education, combining academic learning with creative and social development so that each pupil can experience both success and enjoyment at school. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with parents and guardians to create a positive, inclusive learning atmosphere. A well‑equipped curriculum includes a focus on literacy, as highlighted by regular literacy awards and assemblies, and encourages artistic expression, exemplified by classroom art projects using varied media. The school’s facilities are designed to support a range of activities, from structured classroom learning to creative workshops, fostering curiosity and confidence in young learners. Community involvement is central to the school’s ethos, with frequent updates on news, events and achievements shared via the website. This open communication reinforces partnerships between the school and families, promoting a supportive network that underpins the children’s overall development.
Applying to Mourne Road Infants 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 Mourne Road Infants 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 Mourne Road Infants School
How many pupils attend Mourne Road Infants School?
Mourne Road Infants School has 125 pupils enrolled, 68 girls and 57 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Mourne Road Infants School a DEIS school?
Yes. Mourne Road Infants 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 Mourne Road Infants School?
Mourne Road Infants School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.
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