Scoil Treasa Naofa
Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 175 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 80 girls, 95 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19933J the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Scoil Treasa Naofa is a vibrant co‑educational primary school situated on Donore Avenue in Dublin 8, serving the local community with a strong Christian Brothers heritage. The school places a high priority on partnership between home, school and the wider community, exemplified by its Home School Community Liaison (HSCL) scheme which encourages active parental involvement and collaborative learning experiences. A broad curriculum is delivered across eight year groups, supported by specialist programmes such as Maths Recovery, a school garden, and initiatives that have earned the Active School and Green School flags, highlighting a commitment to holistic development and environmental stewardship. The campus provides a range of facilities designed to foster curiosity and wellbeing, including well‑equipped classrooms, dedicated spaces for practical subjects, and outdoor areas that support play and experiential learning. Regular communication through class news and a strong presence on social media keep families informed and engaged, while the school’s uniform policy and clear enrolment procedures ensure a structured and inclusive environment for all pupils.
History
Although Scoil Treasa Naofa officially opened its doors on 18 August 1930, the Christian Brothers’ involvement in the Donore area dates back to 1818 when two brothers were sent by Edmund Rice to establish a school on Mill St. The Mill St school grew rapidly, educating up to 600 boys before a devastating storm in January 1839 destroyed its roof, leading to eventual eviction in 1846. With the Donore Avenue parish expanding, Archbishop Dr Edward Byrne requested a new school, and a 150‑year lease on a triangular plot in Fairbrothers Fields was secured in 1928. Construction began in August 1929 and the school was completed the following year at a cost of £12,500. The inaugural enrolment numbered 290 boys, rising to 440 by the next year. In 1989, following the amalgamation with Weavers Square Girls School, Scoil Treasa Naofa became co‑educational, a status it retains today.
Applying to Scoil Treasa Naofa
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 Treasa Naofa. 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 Treasa Naofa
How many pupils attend Scoil Treasa Naofa?
Scoil Treasa Naofa has 175 pupils enrolled, 80 girls and 95 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Scoil Treasa Naofa a DEIS school?
Yes. Scoil Treasa Naofa 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 Treasa Naofa?
Scoil Treasa Naofa has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.