Tyrrelstown Educate Together National School
Tyrellstown, Dublin
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 511 larger than the median Irish primary school (123 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 246 girls, 265 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 20201V the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Tyrrelstown Educate Together National School is an equality‑based, co‑educational primary school that follows the Educate Together Charter. The school’s ethos is learner‑centred and democratically run, promoting dignity, respect and ethical education that explores morality, spirituality, equality, justice and a range of belief systems. All members of the community work together regardless of social, cultural or religious background, and the curriculum includes a dedicated Ethical Education programme. The school occupies a purpose‑built, two‑storey building in Hollystown, Dublin 15, featuring spacious classrooms, a large school hall, a junior and senior yard, and specialised facilities for pupils with special educational needs. A dedicated Setanta class provides support for children on the autism spectrum. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities and a strong partnership with parents through a vibrant Parents’ Association and digital resources such as a school app. Key features include a sibling priority admission policy, inclusive practices that prohibit discrimination on any grounds, and a commitment to continuous improvement demonstrated by regular whole‑school evaluations and transparent school policies.
History
The school opened in 2005 in prefabricated units on the grounds of Mary Mother of Hope National School, initially with three classes. In 2006 the school expanded, using a second prefab on Powerstown Road and a historic building in Blanchardstown for senior classes, growing to ten classes and 14 teachers. By 2007 a two‑storey prefab and a school hall were added, uniting the campus. After a period of campaigning for a permanent home, construction of a new building began in 2010 and was completed in 2011, providing modern classrooms, a large hall and a new yard. Leadership changes occurred in 2013, 2014 and 2018, with the introduction of a special‑needs class (Setanta) for autism. The school navigated the COVID‑19 pandemic with remote learning in 2019‑2021 and, as of 2025, is preparing to move to a new building for the 2025/26 academic year.
Applying to Tyrrelstown 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 Tyrrelstown 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 Tyrrelstown Educate Together National School
How many pupils attend Tyrrelstown Educate Together National School?
Tyrrelstown Educate Together National School has 511 pupils enrolled, 246 girls and 265 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish primary school, which has 123 pupils.
Is Tyrrelstown Educate Together National School a DEIS school?
No. Tyrrelstown 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 Tyrrelstown Educate Together National School?
Tyrrelstown Educate Together National School has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed primary school.