St Christopher's Primary School
Ballsbridge, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Some Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 598 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 309 girls, 289 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- Some subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20545H the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Christopher’s Primary School is a Catholic co‑educational primary school serving Junior Infants through 6th class. Situated in a newly‑constructed building on the former secondary school site on Haddington Road, Ballsbridge, the school provides a modern learning environment with spacious classrooms, a well‑stocked library, a large PE hall and ample outdoor play areas. A dedicated support‑teaching team works alongside 24 mainstream classes to deliver a high‑quality curriculum that incorporates ongoing assessment and personalised progress discussions, ensuring each pupil’s academic and personal development is closely monitored. The school embraces an inclusive ethos, welcoming children of all faiths and backgrounds while upholding Catholic values under the patronage of the Archbishop of Dublin. Facilities also include on‑site before‑ and after‑school care, enabling families to balance work and education commitments. The teaching staff are fully qualified and bring a diverse range of experiences and special interests, fostering a vibrant, supportive community focused on nurturing curiosity, respect and lifelong learning.
History
St Christopher’s Primary School was created through the amalgamation of St Brigid’s Primary School (established 1902) and St Mary’s Boys’ National School. The merger, overseen by the Board of Management, resulted in a new co‑educational institution housed in a purpose‑built building on Haddington Road. During the transition period, all classes became mixed‑gender in preparation for the move. The school now operates under the Department of Education and Skills, following the Revised Curriculum for Primary Schools, and continues the legacy of its predecessor schools while providing modern facilities for its pupils.
Applying to St Christopher's Primary 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 Christopher's Primary 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 Christopher's Primary School
How many pupils attend St Christopher's Primary School?
St Christopher's Primary School has 598 pupils enrolled, 309 girls and 289 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Christopher's Primary School a DEIS school?
Yes. St Christopher's Primary 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.
Does St Christopher's Primary School teach through Irish?
Partly. St Christopher's Primary School teaches some subjects through Irish.