Rush And Lusk Educate Together National School
Dublin
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 393 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 178 girls, 215 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20176C the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Rush and Lusk Educate Together National School (RaLET) is a co‑educational, mixed‑ability primary school that follows the Educate Together ethos of equality, inclusivity and child‑centred learning. The curriculum is delivered through a blend of traditional subjects and innovative programmes such as “New Maths”, English as an Additional Language, and a strong emphasis on STEM activities, including annual STEM weeks and showcase days. The school also promotes holistic development through a range of extracurricular clubs, green initiatives and active‑school projects, encouraging pupils to engage with the environment and their local community. The campus currently operates from a temporary purpose‑built facility provided by the Department of Education and Skills, which includes dedicated classrooms for children with additional needs, notably two specialist rooms for autism. Construction is underway on a permanent building on the same site, slated for completion in Autumn 2023, which will house all classes and expand the specialist provision. Modern resources such as a well‑stocked library, multimedia equipment for video tours and a flexible learning environment support the school’s commitment to fostering curiosity, resilience and collaborative learning among its students.
History
In early 2003 a group of parents from the Rush/Lusk area partnered with the Educate Together organisation to establish a new school. After locating suitable premises and obtaining Department of Education recognition, the school opened on 1 September 2003 in the Scout Den at Kenure Park, enrolling 24 pupils and employing two teachers. It moved to Hanna’s Avenue in March 2004 and then, in August 2008, to its current location, a temporary purpose‑built facility. Construction of a permanent building, including two autism specialist classrooms, began and is expected to be finished in Autumn 2023. The school’s growth has been driven by the dedication of staff, parents, students and successive Boards of Management.
Applying to Rush And Lusk Educate Together 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 Rush And Lusk Educate Together 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 Rush And Lusk Educate Together National School
How many pupils attend Rush And Lusk Educate Together National School?
Rush And Lusk Educate Together National School has 393 pupils enrolled, 178 girls and 215 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Rush And Lusk Educate Together National School a DEIS school?
No. Rush And Lusk Educate Together 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 Rush And Lusk Educate Together National School?
Rush And Lusk Educate Together National School has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed primary school.