Castle Park School
Christian
Updated July 2026
Castle Park School is an independent primary school in Dalkey, Co. Dublin, providing a world-class education for children aged 2 to 12.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Castle Park School is an interdenominational Christian school that welcomes families from all faith backgrounds and none. It is a High Performance Learning (HPL) World Class School, utilizing a research-based framework that focuses on developing cognitive and personal skills such as critical thinking, resilience, and empathy. The school's ethos is summarized by the motto, "A sound mind in a healthy body."
Programmes
The school delivers the full Irish curriculum, enhanced by the High Performance Learning (HPL) framework to emphasize independent thinking and personal development. Core subjects, including literacy and numeracy, are taught by primary teachers, while specialist subjects such as science, IT, music, art, drama, modern languages, and sport are led by graduate specialists. The school also offers an Early Years department and day care services.
Student support
Learning support
The school maintains a dedicated department for learning support. This provision is part of the school's commitment to ensuring each child is seen, challenged, supported, and inspired.
Frequently asked questions(3)
- How much is tuition at Castle Park School?
- Annual tuition at Castle Park School is €8.5K–€12.7K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- What ages does Castle Park School teach?
- Castle Park School enrolls students aged 2 to 12.
- Where is Castle Park School located?
- Castle Park School is an international school in Dublin, Ireland.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026-2027| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten 1 & 2 | 2–4 | €8.5K |
| Junior & Senior Infants | 4–6 | €10.7K |
| Forms I - VI | 6–12 | €12.7K |
Source:PDFTerm-Dates-2025-2026.pdfPDFTerm-Dates-2026-2027.pdfPDFFee-schedule-26-27.pdf
Other fees(3)
| Materials· All textbooks, workbooks, and stationery are provided for each pupil (included in the annual fees) | — |
|---|---|
| Meals· Freshly prepared, nutritionally balanced hot lunch and healthy fruit snack included in the annual fees | — |
| Insurance· Pupil personal accident insurance is included in the annual fees | — |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: 5%
- Sibling discount: 7%
Admissions
Admission is open to children aged 2 years 8 months to 12 years. The process begins with an online application and the payment of a fee to join the prospective pupils' database. Following this, children are invited for a visit to attend classes or, for younger applicants, a readiness-for-school assessment with the Head of the Early Years Department.
Calendar
The school provides term dates for the 2025/26 and 2026/27 academic years to assist families with planning. These schedules are available for viewing and download on the school's website.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features a range of specialist areas, including a science lab, art studio, IT lab, music room, and a sports hall. Additionally, the school grounds include an astro pitch and a swimming pool, which is also utilized by the school's Swim Academy.
- Stephen McKernanHead of Castle Park School
Mr Stephen McKernan was appointed Head of Castle Park School in August 2021. He previously served as Head of St Edward’s Preparatory School in Cheltenham, England, and has over sixteen years of experience as a Head in both the Maintained and Independent sectors in Northern Ireland and England. He holds a primary degree in Education from the University of Ulster, a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership, and the UK National Professional Qualification in Headship.