St Fiachras Senior National School
Montrose Park, Dublin
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 609 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 319 girls, 290 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19628E the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St. Fiachra’s Senior National School is a vibrant, co‑educational primary school situated in Montrose Park, Beaumont, Dublin 5. The school’s mission is to provide a positive and inclusive learning environment where every child can reach their full potential academically, socially, spiritually, physically and morally. Emphasising a holistic approach, the curriculum is designed to nurture growth in academics, sport, citizenship and the arts, fostering a genuine love of learning and preparing pupils for further education and future success. The school prides itself on maintaining high professional standards and a safe, happy, supportive atmosphere. With a strong focus on individual dignity, the community works to eliminate discrimination, bullying and harassment, ensuring each pupil’s self‑worth is nurtured. Facilities support a wide range of activities, from classroom learning to extracurricular programmes, reflecting the school’s commitment to excellence and the development of each child’s unique talents.
History
Saint Fiachra’s Senior National School opened its doors on 1 July 1978. The inaugural leadership team comprised the first Principal and Deputy Principal, supported by a small teaching staff of five who catered for 152 children. Since those humble beginnings the school has expanded considerably and now educates approximately 630 pupils from 3rd to 6th class, employing 36 teachers and five special‑needs assistants. The school serves the greater Beaumont community and, owing to its proximity to Beaumont Hospital, also welcomes children of hospital staff, reflecting a diverse and inclusive pupil body.
Applying to St Fiachras Senior 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 Fiachras Senior 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 Fiachras Senior National School
How many pupils attend St Fiachras Senior National School?
St Fiachras Senior National School has 609 pupils enrolled, 319 girls and 290 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Fiachras Senior National School a DEIS school?
No. St Fiachras Senior National School 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 St Fiachras Senior National School?
St Fiachras Senior National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.