Scoil Chaitriona Cailini
Coolock, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Girls
- Pupils enrolled
- 185 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 18361I the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Chaitriona Cailíní is a senior national school for girls, catering for pupils from 2nd to 6th class. Situated on Measc Avenue in Coolock, the school serves the wider Coolock catch‑area and operates under the patronage of the Catholic Archbishop of Dublin. With an enrolment of over 200 pupils, the school provides a child‑centred learning environment that promotes kindness, honesty, justice and compassion, reflecting the Mercy ethos on which it was founded. The educational programme is designed to support the holistic development of each child, addressing physical, social and emotional needs alongside academic achievement. The school participates in the Department of Education’s DEIS (Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools) initiative, ensuring inclusive practices and additional resources for disadvantaged learners. Facilities include dedicated spaces for classroom learning, a modern school building highlighted in a recent “new school” tour, and a range of extracurricular activities coordinated through a Home‑School‑Community Liaison service and an active Parents’ Association. Key features of Scoil Chaitriona Cailíní include an online application system for 2nd to 6th class entry, a comprehensive school calendar, and a “Changemaker School” ethos that encourages pupils to become proactive members of their community. The school also benefits from a structured attendance policy, a caretaker, and administrative support that together maintain a safe, welcoming atmosphere for students and families.
History
Scoil Chaitriona Cailíní was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1960. Since its establishment, the school has played a central educational role in Coolock and the surrounding areas, maintaining the Mercy Order’s values and ethos throughout its development.
Applying to Scoil Chaitriona Cailini
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 Chaitriona Cailini. 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 Chaitriona Cailini
How many pupils attend Scoil Chaitriona Cailini?
Scoil Chaitriona Cailini has 185 pupils enrolled. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Chaitriona Cailini a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Chaitriona Cailini 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 Scoil Chaitriona Cailini?
Scoil Chaitriona Cailini has a Catholic ethos. It is a girls' primary school.