Primary School

S N BRIGHDE

Raghnallach, Dublin
Mixed

School Details

Address
Bóthar Oakley, Raghnallach
Location
Raghnallach, Dublin
School Type
Primary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
358 students
Enrollment Split
186 Girls, 172 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
All subjects through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
18817C
Latest Inspection Reports
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About

Scoil Bhríde 1917 is a full‑Irish medium primary school for both girls and boys, located in the Raghnallach area of Dublin 6. The school delivers the national curriculum through the medium of Gaeilge, providing pupils with a strong linguistic foundation and a deep appreciation of Irish culture. Over the past century the school has built a reputation for academic rigour combined with a nurturing, community‑focused environment, where learning is conducted in a supportive, bilingual setting. The campus includes dedicated spaces for a range of extracurricular activities. A school garden (“An Dúlra”) supports environmental education and the “An Brat Glas” (Green School) programme encourages sustainable practices. The “An Brat Gníomhach” (Active School) initiative promotes physical wellbeing through sport and movement. Small early‑years groups (“Naíonáin Bheaga”) cater for younger children, and a clear uniform policy fosters a sense of belonging. Together these facilities and programmes aim to develop confident, socially responsible learners who are well‑prepared for the challenges of modern life.

History

Scoil Bhríde was established in 1917, marking more than a hundred years of continuous Irish‑medium education in Dublin. Since its founding the school has remained committed to providing instruction through the Irish language, evolving its facilities and programmes to meet contemporary educational standards while preserving its cultural heritage.