Adamstown Castle Educate Together National School
School Details
About
Adamstown Castle Educate Together National School (ACETNS) is a vibrant, co‑educational primary school situated in Adamstown, near Lucan, Co. Dublin. Operating under the patronage of Educate Together/Ag Foghlaim Le Cheile, the school follows an inclusive, child‑centred curriculum that celebrates diversity and promotes equality, respect and active citizenship. The school community is richly multicultural, with pupils representing over 45 nationalities, and it provides a supportive environment for learners from Junior Infants through to Sixth Class, including a dedicated Special Needs Unit and support classes. The campus accommodates approximately 400 pupils and is staffed by 25 teachers and five Special Needs Assistants. Modern learning is underpinned by a Digital Strategy (2024/25) and a comprehensive School Improvement Plan (24/25). Communication with families is facilitated through a YouTube channel, WhatsApp updates and active social‑media profiles, ensuring parents stay informed about school activities, policies and events.
History
Adamstown Castle ETNS opened in September 2007 with 57 students and five teachers, sharing its initial building with Esker ETNS and St John the Evangelist. After the neighbouring schools moved to their own premises, ACETNS grew to its current size of around 400 pupils, 25 teachers and five SNAs. The school serves a multicultural community, with over 45 nationalities represented, and operates under the patronage of Educate Together/Ag Foghlaim Le Cheile (Co. No. 286202).