Scoil Treasa Naofa
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About
Scoil Treasa Naofa is a vibrant co‑educational primary school situated on Donore Avenue in Dublin 8, serving the local community with a strong Christian Brothers heritage. The school places a high priority on partnership between home, school and the wider community, exemplified by its Home School Community Liaison (HSCL) scheme which encourages active parental involvement and collaborative learning experiences. A broad curriculum is delivered across eight year groups, supported by specialist programmes such as Maths Recovery, a school garden, and initiatives that have earned the Active School and Green School flags, highlighting a commitment to holistic development and environmental stewardship. The campus provides a range of facilities designed to foster curiosity and wellbeing, including well‑equipped classrooms, dedicated spaces for practical subjects, and outdoor areas that support play and experiential learning. Regular communication through class news and a strong presence on social media keep families informed and engaged, while the school’s uniform policy and clear enrolment procedures ensure a structured and inclusive environment for all pupils.
History
Although Scoil Treasa Naofa officially opened its doors on 18 August 1930, the Christian Brothers’ involvement in the Donore area dates back to 1818 when two brothers were sent by Edmund Rice to establish a school on Mill St. The Mill St school grew rapidly, educating up to 600 boys before a devastating storm in January 1839 destroyed its roof, leading to eventual eviction in 1846. With the Donore Avenue parish expanding, Archbishop Dr Edward Byrne requested a new school, and a 150‑year lease on a triangular plot in Fairbrothers Fields was secured in 1928. Construction began in August 1929 and the school was completed the following year at a cost of £12,500. The inaugural enrolment numbered 290 boys, rising to 440 by the next year. In 1989, following the amalgamation with Weavers Square Girls School, Scoil Treasa Naofa became co‑educational, a status it retains today.