St Patricks Junior National School
Corduff, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 162 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 69 girls, 93 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19545A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Patrick’s Junior National School, located in Corduff, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, is a co‑educational primary school serving children from Early Start through to Second Class. The school embraces a strong Catholic ethos while welcoming pupils of all faiths and none, creating an inclusive community centred on the motto “Mol an Óige agus tiocfaidh siad”. With approximately 230 pupils, the school prioritises a caring, supportive environment where each child is placed at the heart of learning. The educational approach combines creative methodologies with a holistic focus on the social, physical, emotional, creative and spiritual well‑being of every pupil. The curriculum is underpinned by a mission to provide happy, stimulating learning experiences in a safe and secure setting, promoting respect, tolerance and good habits. Religious Education reflects Roman Catholic doctrine, and the school aims to develop the full potential of each child across intellectual, physical, cultural, moral and spiritual dimensions. A new state‑of‑the‑art school building is currently under construction, promising modern facilities that will enhance the learning environment. The school’s ethos, values and forward‑looking infrastructure together support a vibrant, nurturing centre for early childhood education.
History
St Patrick’s Junior National School was established in 1976 as a co‑educational school. It now serves around 230 children from Junior Infants to Second Class and offers an Early Start programme.
Applying to St Patricks Junior 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 Patricks Junior 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 Patricks Junior National School
How many pupils attend St Patricks Junior National School?
St Patricks Junior National School has 162 pupils enrolled, 69 girls and 93 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Patricks Junior National School a DEIS school?
Yes. St Patricks Junior 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 Patricks Junior National School?
St Patricks Junior National School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.