St Gabriels School
Limerick
Key facts
- Special school
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 64 smaller than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 27 girls, 37 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19603L the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
St Gabriel’s School, situated in Dooradoyle, Limerick, is a specialist primary and post‑primary institution dedicated to learners aged 4‑18 who have complex physical disabilities and, where required, associated medical needs. The school operates on a multi‑denominational basis and embraces a child‑centred ethos that prioritises each pupil’s abilities, potential and individual circumstances. By adapting the Department of Education’s NCCA curriculum, St Gabriel’s provides a challenging yet appropriate learning programme that supports academic, social and life‑skills development within a safe, caring environment. The school’s inclusive philosophy is underpinned by principles of equality of access, parental choice and respect for the diverse values, beliefs and traditions of its community. Facilities are tailored to meet complex mobility and health requirements, enabling personalised support and therapeutic interventions. While maintaining strong links with families, the school also offers optional faith formation, including preparation for the sacraments for those who wish to participate, reflecting its commitment to holistic development without imposing religious obligations.
Applying to St Gabriels 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 Gabriels 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 Gabriels School
How many pupils attend St Gabriels School?
St Gabriels School has 64 pupils enrolled, 27 girls and 37 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Gabriels School a DEIS school?
No. St Gabriels 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 Gabriels School?
St Gabriels School has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed primary school.