Secondary School

St Josephs C.B.S.

Fairview, Dublin
Gaeltacht Mixed

School Details

Address
Merville Ave, Fairview
Location
Fairview, Dublin
School Type
Secondary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
310 students
Enrollment Split
72 Girls, 238 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
No subjects taught through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
60390F
Latest Inspection Reports
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About

St Joseph’s C.B.S. (Fairview) is a co‑educational secondary school that operates under the patronage of the Edmund Rice Schools Trust. The school embraces the Trust’s charter, promoting equality of access and participation for children of any faith, ability, nationality or ethnic background. Its educational philosophy is centred on holistic development, combining high academic standards with a strong emphasis on spiritual growth, social justice and community care. The curriculum is delivered through a modern teaching and learning framework that incorporates digital resources – the school offers a dedicated app and integrates platforms such as Google Classroom. A broad range of extra‑curricular activities supports the development of sporting talent, Gaelic culture and personal wellbeing, while a clear uniform and PE‑gear policy underpins a cohesive school identity. St Joseph’s also provides a Free School Books Scheme and a comprehensive wellbeing programme, reflecting its commitment to removing barriers to learning and fostering a caring, inclusive environment where every student can thrive.