Belgrove Senior Boys School

As a National School under the patronage of the Catholic Archbishop of Dublin, the school supports and upholds a Catholic ethos. It strives to create a vibrant, supportive environment where all pupils are encouraged to blossom and reach their full potential. The Board of Management is dedicated to managing the school for the benefit of the students and protecting its unique spirit and values.

The school follows the national primary curriculum for boys from third to sixth class. The academic programme is supplemented by initiatives such as the Primary Language Sampler, which introduces students to modern foreign languages, and various literacy-focused activities. The curriculum is delivered by a team of 12 mainstream teachers.

The school encourages pupils to strive for their best at all times, encapsulated by the motto 'Ár ndícheall i gcónaí'. Students participate in diverse learning experiences, including language awareness programmes and reading initiatives, to prepare them for future opportunities. Sixth-class pupils graduate from the school upon completion of their primary education.

The school employs 5 learning support/resource teachers and 5 special needs assistants to support its pupils. These staff members work alongside 12 mainstream teachers to provide an inclusive educational environment.

Pupils are primarily drawn from the neighbouring Belgrove Junior Boys’ School and the surrounding Clontarf catchment area. The school maintains a roll of approximately 324 students.

The school operates on a standard academic year, typically running from late August until the end of June. The calendar includes scheduled breaks for the October mid-term, Christmas, February bank holiday and mid-term, St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, and the May and June bank holidays.

The campus features 12 mainstream classrooms, a library, and 5 learning support rooms. Additional facilities include two utility rooms, administrative offices for the principal and secretary, and children’s toilets. The school grounds are enhanced by a welcoming entrance area maintained by the Parents’ Association, featuring planters and hanging baskets. The school is equipped with high-speed broadband connectivity.

The school offers a variety of activities, including sports and after-school programmes. Pupils participate in events such as school concerts, reading challenges like the MS Readathon, and non-uniform fundraisers for charitable projects. Additionally, students have engaged in language sampler modules, such as Japanese, which include cultural activities like origami.