St Audoens National School
Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 171 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 87 girls, 84 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20104A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Audoen’s National School, situated in the historic Liberties of Dublin 8, provides a child‑centred, Catholic‑ethos education while celebrating the cultural diversity of its community. The school’s learning philosophy blends traditional values with modern pedagogical approaches, offering a broad curriculum that encourages creativity, critical thinking and personal responsibility. Emphasis is placed on respectful relationships, empathy and belonging, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where every pupil feels supported to achieve their best. Facilities support a balanced programme of academic and extracurricular activities. Dedicated ICT resources enable digital learning, while healthy lunches are provided to promote nutrition and wellbeing. A strong sports and activities offering encourages physical development and social integration. The school also maintains a uniform policy, a book‑rental scheme and regular communication with families through newsletters, notes and home visits, fostering strong home‑school partnership.
History
St Audoen’s National School was established in 1756 and is firmly rooted in one of Ireland’s oldest communities, the Liberties in Dublin 8. Over more than two and a half centuries the school has remained a cornerstone of local life, preserving the area’s rich cultural and traditional heritage while continually adapting its educational provision to meet contemporary needs.
Applying to St Audoens National School
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 St Audoens National School. 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 St Audoens National School
How many pupils attend St Audoens National School?
St Audoens National School has 171 pupils enrolled, 87 girls and 84 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Audoens National School a DEIS school?
Yes. St Audoens National School 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 St Audoens National School?
St Audoens National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.