Scoil Assaim Boys National School
Dublin 5, Dublin
Key facts
- Boys
- Pupils enrolled
- 293 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 1 girls, 292 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17976R the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Assaim BNS is a senior boys primary school serving pupils from 2nd to 6th class. Under the patronage of the Catholic Archbishop of Dublin, the school follows the national curriculum and places a strong emphasis on a holistic education that nurtures academic, social, emotional and independent‑living skills. The ethos is rooted in Gospel values, promoting a caring, inclusive community where every child is valued and encouraged to develop a wide range of interests. The school provides modern learning environments, with each classroom equipped with an interactive smart board and a set of iPads, laptops or Chromebooks for student use. Extensive outdoor facilities include a school yard, a hall and a large field that support a variety of after‑school activities such as STEM clubs, GAA and hockey teams, and biennial drama productions. A vibrant Parents’ Association, student‑run newsletter, student council and active flag programme further enrich the school life and foster strong links with families and the wider community.
History
Scoil Assaim BNS was established in 1958 as a Catholic primary school for boys. Since its founding, it has grown into a caring community that values holistic development and strong partnerships with parents and the local area.
Applying to Scoil Assaim Boys 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 Scoil Assaim Boys 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 Scoil Assaim Boys National School
How many pupils attend Scoil Assaim Boys National School?
Scoil Assaim Boys National School has 293 pupils enrolled, 1 girls and 292 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Assaim Boys National School a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Assaim Boys 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 Scoil Assaim Boys National School?
Scoil Assaim Boys National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a boys' primary school.