Primary School

ST PATRICKS N SCHOOL

Drumcondra, Dublin
Mixed

School Details

Address
Millbourne Avenue, Drumcondra
Location
Drumcondra, Dublin
School Type
Primary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
449 students
Enrollment Split
50 Girls, 399 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
No subjects through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
11525A
Latest Inspection Reports
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About

St Patrick’s National School is a vibrant, welcoming and supportive primary school situated in the heart of Drumcondra on the DCU St Patrick’s Campus. Although it operates under the patronage of the Archdiocese of Dublin and retains a Catholic ethos, the school is inclusive and welcomes children of all faiths and traditions. It is a vertical school spread across two buildings, providing education for Junior Infants through to 6th class, and also offers two Special Language classes and an Autism class to meet diverse learning needs. The school community comprises almost 500 pupils, supported by a dedicated team of teachers, Special Needs Assistants, a Speech and Language Therapist, as well as administrative and caretaking staff. Recent investment in high‑speed broadband, delivered through the Department of Education School Broadband Programme, ensures that pupils have access to modern digital resources. An active Board of Management and a proactive Parents’ Association further enrich the school environment, fostering strong links between home and school.

History

St Patrick’s National School was established in 1894. Since its founding, the school has grown to become a key educational centre in Drumcondra, operating under the patronage of the Archdiocese of Dublin while maintaining an inclusive ethos that welcomes families of all faiths and traditions.