Oatlands Primary School
Blackrock, Dublin
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 428 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 143 girls, 285 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17954H the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Oatlands Primary School is a co‑educational Catholic primary school situated on the Oatlands College campus in Stillorgan, just off the N11. Operating under the trusteeship of the Edmund Rice Schools Trust, the school embraces the values of Edmund Rice, fostering a safe, kind and inclusive environment where the individuality of each child is celebrated. It welcomes pupils of all faiths and none, reflecting a diverse community of over 450 learners representing 54 nationalities. The school’s educational approach is holistic, aiming to develop academic competence alongside personal, social and spiritual growth. A broad curriculum is complemented by a range of extracurricular programmes, including sports, music, creative arts and Green Schools initiatives, as well as a dedicated Montessori and before/after‑school service. Modern facilities and well‑maintained grounds support active learning and community engagement, encouraging pupils to explore their interests and develop confidence. Leadership is committed to nurturing the skills and values that enable every child to realise their full potential and pursue future aspirations. The school’s vision is rooted in the belief that “the good seed will grow up in the children’s hearts,” guiding its inclusive ethos and emphasis on lifelong learning.
Applying to Oatlands Primary 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 Oatlands Primary 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 Oatlands Primary School
How many pupils attend Oatlands Primary School?
Oatlands Primary School has 428 pupils enrolled, 143 girls and 285 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Oatlands Primary School a DEIS school?
No. Oatlands Primary 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 Oatlands Primary School?
Oatlands Primary School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.