Scoil Naomh Aine
Clondalkin Village, Dublin
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 222 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 173 girls, 49 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19221U the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Scoil Naomh Áine is a vibrant primary school situated on New Road in the Brideswell Commons area of Dublin 22. The school prides itself on fostering a culture of kindness, inclusivity and enjoyment, offering a broad and balanced curriculum that blends academic learning with a strong emphasis on physical activity, healthy eating and social development. Classrooms are organised to support a range of ages from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class, and the school provides dedicated facilities for sports and outdoor play, including new PE tracksuits for the 2026/27 year. A distinctive feature of Scoil Naomh Áine is its Special Class for children with autism, reflecting the school’s commitment to meeting diverse learning needs. Partnerships with parents are central to the school’s ethos, ensuring that each child receives the knowledge, skills, motivation and confidence required for future opportunities. The school’s active environment is complemented by regular news updates, community events and a strong presence on social media, reinforcing its role as a supportive hub for families in the local area.
History
Scoil Naomh Áine was founded in 1969 by the Presentation Sisters, who sought to continue the philosophy of Nano Nagle by promoting respect for self and others and sensitivity to individual needs. The school celebrated its 50th anniversary in March 2019. While the Presentation Sisters are no longer trustees, the school now operates under the trusteeship of the Dublin Diocese.
Applying to Scoil Naomh Aine
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 Naomh Aine. 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 Naomh Aine
How many pupils attend Scoil Naomh Aine?
Scoil Naomh Aine has 222 pupils enrolled, 173 girls and 49 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Naomh Aine a DEIS school?
No. Scoil Naomh Aine 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 Naomh Aine?
Scoil Naomh Aine has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.