Holywell Educate Together National School

About

Holywell Educate Together National School is a vibrant, co‑educational primary school situated in the Holywell area of Swords, County Dublin. Set within a mixed‑housing community of over 1,800 homes, the school serves a diverse catchment that includes local authority housing, private rentals and families from neighbouring districts such as Melrose, Drynam, Finglas and Santry. The pupil body has expanded rapidly since the school opened in 2010, growing from an initial cohort of 21 children to a current enrolment of approximately 617 pupils. The school’s educational ethos is grounded in the Educate Together values of equality, democracy and inclusion. Its mission statement highlights a commitment to nurturing empathy, compassion and confidence, ensuring every child develops a love of learning from “bud to blossom”. With a staff of 49 teachers—including 15 special‑education and English‑as‑an‑additional‑language specialists—the school provides robust support for learners with special educational needs, offering four dedicated autism classes and a team of 30 Special Needs Assistants. Facilities are designed to accommodate a wide range of abilities, fostering an inclusive environment where all pupils can thrive academically and socially.