Admissions
Everything you need to know about
St. Laurence’s admissions procedures.
We are delighted that you are considering St. Laurence’s for your child’s education. Our school is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and high-quality learning environment where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential.
This section outlines our admissions process, key dates, and relevant policies to help guide you through your application:
Admissions to Junior Infants
Enrolment Process:
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The school is open to applications from early October each year, and closes the the first week in November.
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Review our admissions policy, other school policies and ethos.
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To apply for a place, please complete the online form.
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Offers are made in mid November and offers must be accepted by the close date.
Key Information:
Admissions to Senior Infants up to 6th Class
A limited number of places can become available each year due to changes in family circumstances or relocation. We encourage older pupils transferring from another school to begin at the start of the academic year, where possible, to support a smooth transition.
If you are interested in a place for your son please contact us.
Why choose St. Laurence’s Boys' National School.
At St. Laurence’s, we are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment where every boy can reach his full potential.
Here’s why families choose our school:
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Strong Academic Foundation: Pupils benefit from a broad curriculum that nurtures literacy, numeracy, science and creativity.
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Rich Extracurricular Opportunities: From GAA, soccer, basketball and hockey, to chess, music, drama, and afterschool clubs, pupils can explore their interests and develop new skills.
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Creativity: Our school encourages expression through art, music, drama, and choir to help pupils build confidence.
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Leadership and Responsibility: Committees give pupils a voice in school life and the chance to develop leadership and communication skills.
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Environmental Awareness: Participation in the Green Schools Programme and our school garden teaches respect for the environment and sustainability.
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Supportive Community: Pupils thrive in a caring and friendly school environment, supported by dedicated staff, strong parental engagement and community partnerships such as with Kilmacud Crokes.
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Wellbeing: We prioritise the social, emotional and physical wellbeing of every pupil, helping them grow in confidence and resilience.
Choosing St. Laurence’s means joining a community where every pupil is encouraged, supported, and inspired to succeed.