St Patricks Senior School
BLANCHARDSTOWN, Dublin
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 186 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 88 girls, 98 boys
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 19636D the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St. Patrick’s Senior National School is a vibrant primary‑level institution situated on Blackcourt Road in Corduff, Dublin 15. The school provides a broad, child‑centred curriculum that balances academic rigour with a rich programme of extracurricular activities. Pupils engage in science projects, music, Irish language sessions (Rang a Réalta), and sport, fostering creativity, teamwork and confidence. Regular initiatives such as a Student Council, science “take‑flight” experiments, and community‑wide events like cake sales and art exhibitions illustrate the school’s commitment to developing well‑rounded individuals who are active participants in their community. The school’s facilities support this holistic approach, offering dedicated classrooms for each year group, specialist spaces for music and art, and outdoor areas for physical education and Gaelic games. A strong emphasis on Irish culture is evident through language activities and celebrations, while the integration of modern technology is reflected in video recordings of performances and classroom projects. Together, these elements create an inclusive, supportive environment where children are encouraged to explore, learn and thrive.
Applying to St Patricks Senior 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 Senior 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 Senior School
How many pupils attend St Patricks Senior School?
St Patricks Senior School has 186 pupils enrolled, 88 girls and 98 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is St Patricks Senior School a DEIS school?
Yes. St Patricks Senior 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 Senior School?
St Patricks Senior School has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed primary school.