Swords Educate Together National School
Millers Glen, Dublin
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 394 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 184 girls, 210 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20145O the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Swords Educate Together National School (SETNS) is an equality‑based, co‑educational primary school that welcomes children of all backgrounds. The school follows the Educate Together ethos, placing the child at the centre of learning and operating democratically with strong pupil voice through a Student Council, Green Team and Wellbeing Team. Teaching is active and holistic, encouraging curiosity, creativity and social responsibility while maintaining high standards of academic achievement. The school moved into a purpose‑built, modern building in June 2011, providing spacious classrooms, specialist areas and outdoor spaces that support a wide range of activities. With over 400 pupils, the community includes dedicated teachers, special‑needs assistants, support staff and caretakers who work together to create a safe, nurturing environment. Emphasis is placed on respect, collaboration and the development of the whole child, preparing learners for lifelong learning and active citizenship.
History
The school opened in 2001 and quickly established a warm, caring environment nurtured by pupils, families and the Board of Management. In June 2011 the school relocated to a new, purpose‑built building, further enhancing its capacity to deliver the Educate Together philosophy and support a growing enrolment of over 400 children.
Applying to Swords Educate Together 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 Swords Educate Together 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 Swords Educate Together National School
How many pupils attend Swords Educate Together National School?
Swords Educate Together National School has 394 pupils enrolled, 184 girls and 210 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Swords Educate Together National School a DEIS school?
No. Swords Educate Together 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 Swords Educate Together National School?
Swords Educate Together National School has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed primary school.