Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig
Enfield, Meath
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 148 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 76 girls, 72 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 02905J the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Naomh Pádraig is a suburban primary school set on approximately 1.2 hectares of landscaped grounds in Ballyroan, Rathfarnham. The school combines a “village heart” ethos with modern facilities, offering pupils spacious green areas, a school garden, a well‑stocked library, state‑of‑the‑art playground equipment, a sports pitch, basketball court, digital learning resources, a performance stage and a large hall for assemblies. Dedicated sensory and quiet rooms support children with additional needs, while a caretaker ensures the premises are kept to a high standard. The educational approach is mixed‑infant, providing a seamless transition from preschool to “big school” through a child‑centred curriculum that balances academic rigour with holistic development. The school’s mission, rooted in a Catholic, Mercy‑Order tradition, emphasises kindness, community, diligence and inclusivity. It fosters a collaborative partnership with parents, encouraging participation in a vibrant Parents’ Association and a range of after‑school clubs, including tennis, speech and drama, Irish dancing, basketball and art, delivered by external providers. While maintaining its Catholic ethos, the school welcomes children of all faiths and abilities, ensuring a nurturing environment where every pupil can thrive academically, socially and personally.
History
Scoil Naomh Pádraig (also known as St Patrick’s National School) was founded by the Mercy Order in 1966. The order’s founder, Catherine Mc Auley, believed that educating the young was the most productive work for society, a principle that continues to inform the school’s ethos. Although the Mercy Order no longer serves as trustee, its values remain embedded in the school’s aims and daily practice.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig
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 Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig. 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 Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig?
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig has 148 pupils enrolled, 76 girls and 72 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig 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 Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig?
Scoil Náisiúnta Naomh Padraig has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.