6 schools found in Dublin
Ireland is entirely English-medium — a major advantage for expat families. Most state schools are free or charge only small voluntary contributions. Gaelscoileanna (Irish-medium schools) are also free and produce fully bilingual graduates. Talk to our advisors for personalised guidance.
Catchment Area Warning: Most non-fee-paying schools in Ireland operate on a 'Catchment Area' basis. You usually must live within a specific distance or have a sibling in the school to secure a spot.
A Church of Ireland boarding and day school in Rathfarnham, Dublin. Offers the Irish Leaving Certificate and IB Diploma in a beautiful 150-acre campus on the slopes of the Dublin Mountains.
The Catch: It's a dedicated 7-day boarding culture. If you are looking for a 'day school' vibe, the mountain campus can feel very isolated.
A leading independent girls' school in Milltown, Dublin. Offers the Irish Leaving Certificate and IB Diploma with boarding available. One of Ireland's oldest and most respected schools.
The Catch: Very high pressure. The expectation for students to achieve 'top points' is relentless. Great for ambitious girls, but can be stressful.
A Holy Ghost Fathers school in Blackrock, Co. Dublin. One of Ireland's most prestigious Catholic schools with a strong rugby tradition and notable alumni including many Irish presidents.
The Catch: Academics are top-tier, but the social scene is dominated by sports. If your son doesn't like rugby, he might struggle to find his 'tribe'.
A Church of Ireland girls' secondary school in Glenageary, Co. Dublin. A warm, supportive community with strong academic results and a broad extra-curricular programme.
A Church of Ireland boarding and day school in Palmerstown, Dublin, founded in 1669. One of Ireland's oldest schools with a strong academic tradition and boarding available.
A Methodist boarding and day school in Ballinteer, Dublin, founded in 1845. One of Ireland's leading Protestant schools with a strong academic tradition and boarding available.
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