Naul National School
Naul, Dublin
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 163 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 73 girls, 90 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 01170G the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Naul National School is a community‑focused primary school situated in the village of Naul. As a national school, it delivers the Irish primary curriculum, aiming to nurture curiosity, confidence and a love of learning in children from the local area. The school places emphasis on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where pupils can develop academically, socially and emotionally, preparing them for the next stage of their education. The school has recently launched a new, fully responsive website (https://www.naulns.ie/) to provide up‑to‑date information for parents, pupils and visitors. The site includes clear privacy and cookie notices, reflecting the school’s commitment to safeguarding personal data and offering a transparent online experience. Through this digital platform, the school shares news, resources and essential information, reinforcing its role as a modern, accessible centre of learning for the Naul community.
Applying to Naul 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 Naul 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 Naul National School
How many pupils attend Naul National School?
Naul National School has 163 pupils enrolled, 73 girls and 90 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Naul National School a DEIS school?
No. Naul National School is not part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme of additional supports for schools serving communities at risk of educational disadvantage. Not holding DEIS status says nothing about how good a school is, only about the profile of the community it serves.
What is the ethos of Naul National School?
Naul National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.