St Brigids National School
Tallaght, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 206 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 109 girls, 97 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19782O the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
St Brigids Junior National School is a mixed‑gender junior school catering for children from Junior Infants to Second Class. The school delivers the Irish primary curriculum within a Catholic ethos that emphasises a caring, supportive environment and the holistic development of each pupil. Teaching and learning are underpinned by a positive, collaborative culture that involves pupils, parents and the wider community, fostering strong relationships and a sense of belonging throughout the school. The school benefits from a range of dedicated facilities, including a purpose‑built multisensory room designed to support diverse learning needs and enhance sensory development. Uniforms are provided to promote equality and school identity, and a well‑structured timetable ensures a balanced day, with junior infants beginning at 8.50 am and senior classes concluding at 2.30 pm. Regular communication through a noticeboard, calendar, and an active Facebook page keeps families informed of events such as talent shows, seasonal celebrations and community activities, reinforcing the school’s vibrant community spirit.
History
St Brigids J.N.S. opened in 1982 in temporary premises at Aylesbury, initially serving pupils who travelled by bus each day. In September 1984 the school relocated to its current site in Brookfield, Tallaght, with an enrolment of 73 children. Numbers grew rapidly, reaching a peak of 576 pupils in 1985. On 31 August 1986 the school split to form St Brigids Junior National School and St Aidans Senior National School. Since then the school has continued to evolve under successive leadership, with the current principal appointed in 2018.
Applying to St Brigids 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 Brigids 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 Brigids National School
How many pupils attend St Brigids National School?
St Brigids National School has 206 pupils enrolled, 109 girls and 97 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Brigids National School a DEIS school?
Yes. St Brigids 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 Brigids National School?
St Brigids National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.