St Vincent De Pauls Girls School
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About
St. Vincent de Paul Senior Primary School, situated on Griffith Avenue in Marino, Dublin 9, provides primary education for children in 2nd‑ to 6th‑class. The school’s ethos is centred on the holistic development of each pupil, aiming to nurture intellectual, physical, cultural, moral, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. A broad, balanced curriculum is delivered in a caring, inclusive environment that promotes a positive attitude to learning and encourages pupils to recognise their talents and achieve their full potential. The campus features a spacious school hall that supports a range of activities, alongside dedicated green and sporting initiatives that enhance environmental awareness and physical health. Recent developments have seen the school transition to co‑education, welcoming boys into 2nd class from September 2025, thereby expanding its community while maintaining strong home‑school links and active parental involvement. The school prides itself on a vibrant community spirit, with a focus on creating a secure, happy and engaging atmosphere for both pupils and staff.
History
St. Vincent de Paul Senior Primary School was founded in 1928 on Griffith Avenue as a parish school run by the Daughters of Charity of St Vincent de Paul, locally known as the French Sisters of Charity, to serve the growing Marino area. By 1930 the school accommodated up to 700 pupils, with many classes containing fifty to sixty children. Over the decades the school has evolved, adding a spacious school hall and becoming a cherished institution for generations of local families. In September 2025 the school will become co‑educational, welcoming boys into 2nd class for the first time.