Scoil Náisiúnta Muire Gan Smal B
Inchicore, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 331 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 163 girls, 168 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 17083B the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naisiunta Muire Gan Smal B is a Catholic co‑educational primary school situated in Inchicore, Dublin, catering for over 300 pupils from Junior Infants to 6th Class. The school prides itself on fostering a Christian ethos characterised by mutual respect between staff and pupils, encouraging each child’s individual talents to flourish within a supportive, secure environment. A dedicated team of 24 staff members includes mainstream class teachers, special‑education teachers, a Home School Community Liaison, and special‑needs assistants, ensuring a broad range of learning needs are met. The curriculum is complemented by a rich programme of extra‑curricular activities such as Irish dancing, Gaelic football, rugby, soccer, basketball, athletics, cyber‑skills, art, cooking and drama. Pupils regularly take part in school concerts, a Christmas Carol Service, art exhibitions and the Young Scientists Exhibition, and benefit from frequent educational trips and tours. Recent initiatives highlighted on the school’s news feed, wellness walks, assembly award ceremonies and hands‑on maths projects, demonstrate a vibrant community that values holistic development and active parental involvement.
History
Scoil Mhuire Gan Smál was established in 1939 by the Oblate Fathers. Since its foundation it has grown into a Catholic co‑educational primary school serving more than 300 pupils from Junior Infants to 6th Class, with a staff of 24 educators and support personnel. The school’s mission centres on nurturing a Christian attitude, mutual respect, and the full development of each pupil’s talents, while offering a wide variety of extra‑curricular activities and regular participation in concerts, exhibitions and educational trips.
Applying to Scoil Náisiúnta Muire Gan Smal B
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 Muire Gan Smal B. 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 Muire Gan Smal B
How many pupils attend Scoil Náisiúnta Muire Gan Smal B?
Scoil Náisiúnta Muire Gan Smal B has 331 pupils enrolled, 163 girls and 168 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Náisiúnta Muire Gan Smal B a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Náisiúnta Muire Gan Smal B 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 Muire Gan Smal B?
Scoil Náisiúnta Muire Gan Smal B has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.