St. John the Evangelist National School
Adamstown Castle, Dublin
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 417 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 211 girls, 206 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20194E the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
St. John the Evangelist National School is a 16‑class Catholic primary school situated in Adamstown. The school describes itself as an inclusive and open community that welcomes families from a diverse, multicultural background. Its ethos centres on a commitment to excellence both inside and outside the classroom, encouraging pupils to develop critical thinking skills and to value the learning process rather than rote memorisation. The school’s educational approach is underpinned by a mission to foster a supportive environment where every child can thrive academically, socially and spiritually. While specific facilities are not listed, the school’s emphasis on a broad, holistic curriculum and its provision of resources such as a podcast, blog and regular school news suggest a modern learning centre that integrates digital tools with traditional teaching methods. The school also offers clear guidance on behaviour, uniform and school policies, reinforcing a structured yet nurturing atmosphere for its students.
History
Proudly providing education in Adamstown since 2007, St. John the Evangelist National School has served the local community for over a decade, continuing its mission through 2022 and beyond.
Applying to St. John the Evangelist 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.
School-published admissions links
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National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide primary school dates apply broadly to St. John the Evangelist 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. John the Evangelist National School
How many pupils attend St. John the Evangelist National School?
St. John the Evangelist National School has 417 pupils enrolled, 211 girls and 206 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St. John the Evangelist National School a DEIS school?
No. St. John the Evangelist 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. John the Evangelist National School?
St. John the Evangelist National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.