Junior Infants, September 2027
Applying for a place
Applications open on Wednesday 6 January 2027, online through Aladdin. Four simple steps, with everything you need right beside each one.
- Read the Annual Admissions NoticeIt sets out the dates for this admissions round and the number of places available.
- Read the Admissions PolicyIt explains how places are offered and what happens if the school is oversubscribed.
- Apply through AladdinThe application form is on Aladdin from 6 January. Have the supporting details the notice asks for to hand.
- We will be in touchThe office confirms receipt and tells you when decisions are made.
Before you apply
Come and see us
We would far rather you saw the school than read about it. A tour takes you through the school and grounds while classes are going on. You will meet the principal and the infant teachers, along with our special needs assistants, our special education teachers and the school secretary.
Ring the office and we will arrange a time. Any questions about applying at all, the office is happy to help.
Questions we get asked
How do I apply for a place at St Brendan's N.S.?
Read the Annual Admissions Notice, which sets out the dates for the current admissions round and the number of places available, then read the Admissions Policy, then complete the application form online through Aladdin. Applications for Junior Infants starting in September 2027 open on Wednesday 6 January 2027. The office will confirm receipt and tell you when decisions are made. The Admissions Notice and Admissions Policy are published on the enrolment page of this website.
Can I visit the school before applying?
Yes. The school would far rather you saw it than read about it. Ring the office on 01 849 0394 and a time will be arranged for a tour. A tour is a walk through the school and grounds while classes are going on. Families meet the principal and the infant teachers, along with the special needs assistants, the special education teachers and the school secretary.
Where is St Brendan's N.S. and what area does it serve?
The school is in the village of Loughshinny, Skerries, Co. Dublin, Eircode K34 T853. It is about seven minutes from Skerries and ten minutes from Rush, signposted off the Skerries road. It takes children from Loughshinny and the surrounding North County Dublin area.
How big is the school and how are classes arranged?
St Brendan's is a small co-educational primary school with one class for each level from Junior Infants to Sixth Class. It is one of the few remaining small rural schools in North County Dublin.
What is the school's ethos?
St Brendan's is a Catholic school under the patronage of the Archbishop of Dublin. While maintaining a Catholic ethos the school recognises and welcomes children of all cultures, beliefs and languages and welcomes children of differing abilities and needs, accommodating them as resources allow.
What is the school's roll number?
The Department of Education roll number for St Brendan's National School, Loughshinny is 16844S.