Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire Sois
Mulhuddart, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 176 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 81 girls, 95 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19605P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Mhuire Junior is a Catholic primary school situated in Blakestown, Dublin 15, offering education for children from the Early Start (pre‑school) year through to Junior Infants and other mainstream classes. The school’s ethos centres on creating an inclusive community that values the diversity and individuality of every pupil, while upholding a strong Catholic tradition. Its guiding motto – “Do my best, Honour the crest, Treat each other with respect” – reflects a commitment to personal excellence, respect for heritage and mutual respect among students. The curriculum is complemented by a range of specialist programmes, including an Early Start provision for children aged 3 years 2 months to 4 years 7 months, and dedicated autistic classes, ensuring that learners with additional needs receive appropriate support. Scoil Mhuire Junior also promotes a holistic approach to health and wellbeing through its Active School initiatives, Physical Education and Physical Activity programmes, and a Green School focus that encourages environmental stewardship. The school benefits from EU grant funding to enhance resources and facilities, fostering a modern learning environment that balances academic rigour with creative and physical development.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire Sois
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.
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National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire Sois. 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 Mhuire Sois
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire Sois?
Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire Sois has 176 pupils enrolled, 81 girls and 95 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire Sois a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire Sois 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 Náisiúnta Mhuire Sois?
Scoil Náisiúnta Mhuire Sois has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.