Our Lady Of Consolation National School
Donnycarney, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 310 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 219 girls, 91 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20064O the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Our Lady of Consolation National School is a mixed‑gender Catholic primary school situated in Donnycarney, Dublin 5. It caters for junior infants to 1st class for both boys and girls, and for girls from 2nd to 6th class. A distinctive feature of the school is its five Autistic Spectrum (AS) classes, four of which are specialised, providing an inclusive setting where children on the spectrum are integrated into mainstream classes wherever possible. The school’s ethos is rooted in Catholic values under the patronage of the Archbishop of Dublin, while also embracing diversity and encouraging active parental involvement in school life. The educational approach prioritises small class sizes – sometimes as low as a 14:1 pupil‑teacher ratio – and a broad range of learning support strategies. Dedicated Maths and Reading Recovery teachers, alongside team‑teaching, station‑teaching and Maths Blast programmes, ensure that each child can work at a pace suited to their individual needs. Modern technology is woven into daily learning, with class sets of Chromebooks and iPads, and specialised resources such as assistive communication tools and a sensory‑rich playroom. Facilities at the school support a holistic development of pupils. These include two playgrounds, a large hall with a stage, an all‑weather pitch accessed via the local GAA club, and a spacious yard. Additional amenities such as a parents’ room, after‑school provision and a range of sports and extracurricular programmes further reinforce the school’s commitment to a caring, community‑linked environment.
Applying to Our Lady Of Consolation 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 Our Lady Of Consolation 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 Our Lady Of Consolation National School
How many pupils attend Our Lady Of Consolation National School?
Our Lady Of Consolation National School has 310 pupils enrolled, 219 girls and 91 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Our Lady Of Consolation National School a DEIS school?
Yes. Our Lady Of Consolation 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 Our Lady Of Consolation National School?
Our Lady Of Consolation National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.