St Laurence College
Dublin 18, Co. Dublin
302 studentsMixedDEISSecondaryTY
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Applying for September 2027
- Applications open
- Thursday, 1 October (passed)Online application
- Applications close
- Thursday, 22 OctoberAdd to calendar
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Students this year
302 students: 150 girls and 152 boys, by year group. Department of Education, 2025/26.
- 1st year
- 56
- 2nd year
- 61
- 3rd year
- 49
- TY
- 45
- 5th year
- 52
- 6th year
- 39
Transition Year: 45 students are in Transition Year, about as many as in 3rd year. That usually means most students take it. Ask whether it's optional.
What it costs
- Tuition fees
- None. The school is in the free education scheme.
- Voluntary contribution
- Student levy for insurance, lockers, bus hire, TYRO, sports registration
- Schoolbooks
- Free in every year, including TY, under the free schoolbooks scheme.
From the school's website. What secondary school costs, and the schemes that help
At a glance
St Laurence College is a voluntary secondary school in Dublin 18, Co. Dublin (Eircode D18 AK07). St Laurence College has 302 students: 152 boys and 150 girls, according to the Department of Education's 2025/26 figures.
- Type
- Voluntary secondary school
- Boys and girls
- Mixed · 152 boys, 150 girls
- Fees
- Free education scheme, no tuition fees
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Patron
- Le Chéile Schools Trust
- Language
- English-medium
- Day or boarding
- Day school
- DEIS
- Yes, part of the DEIS programme
- Roll number
- 60262T
Inspection reports for this school from the Department of Education, on gov.ie
Explained: what DEIS means · types of school · how to choose
Questions parents ask
- Where is St Laurence College?
- St Laurence College is a voluntary secondary school in Dublin 18, Co. Dublin (Eircode D18 AK07).
- How many students go to St Laurence College?
- St Laurence College has 302 students: 152 boys and 150 girls, according to the Department of Education's 2025/26 figures.
- Who is the principal of St Laurence College?
- Robert Mathews is the principal of St Laurence College, according to the Department of Education's 2025/26 schools list.
- Is St Laurence College a mixed school?
- Yes. St Laurence College takes both boys and girls.
- Is St Laurence College fee-paying?
- No. St Laurence College is in the free education scheme, so there are no tuition fees. Like most schools it may ask for a voluntary contribution, which can't be compulsory.
- What is the ethos of St Laurence College?
- St Laurence College has a Catholic ethos. Its patron is Le Chéile Schools Trust.
- Does St Laurence College teach through Irish?
- No. St Laurence College teaches through English, with Irish taught as a subject.
- Does St Laurence College have Transition Year?
- 45 students are in Transition Year, about as many as in 3rd year. That usually means most students take it. Ask whether it's optional.
- Is St Laurence College a DEIS school?
- Yes. St Laurence College is part of the DEIS programme, which gives extra support to schools serving communities at risk of educational disadvantage.
- Where can I read St Laurence College's inspection reports?
- The Department of Education publishes school inspection reports on gov.ie. Search there by St Laurence College's roll number, 60262T, or use the link on this page.
- What other secondary schools are near St Laurence College?
- The closest is Blackrock Educate Together Secondary School. The table on this page compares the nearest schools by distance, size, type and fees.
Closest secondary schools
| School | Distance | Students | Boys and girls | Type | Fees | Next date | Irish-medium | DEIS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Laurence CollegeThis school | 302 | Mixed | Secondary | Free | Applications close, Thu, 22 Oct | No | Yes | |
| Blackrock Educate Together Secondary SchoolDublin 18 | 1.2 km | 236 | Mixed | Secondary | Free | Applications close, Thu, 22 Oct | No | No |
| Cabinteely Community SchoolDublin 18 | 1.3 km | 511 | Mixed | Community school | Free | None found yet | No | Yes |
| Holy Child KillineyKilliney | 1.6 km | 382 | Girls | Secondary | Fee‑paying | None found yet | No | No |
| St Joseph Of Cluny Secondary SchoolKilliney | 2.4 km | 270 | Mixed | Secondary | Fee‑paying | None found yet | No | No |
| Clonkeen CollegeBlackrock | 2.4 km | 635 | Boys | Secondary | Free | None found yet | No | No |
| Holy Child Community SchoolSallynoggin | 2.8 km | 275 | Mixed | Community school | Free | None found yet | No | Yes |
Straight-line distances. Compare with the two closest · See more schools near here.
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Contact
LoughlinstownDublin 18
D18AK07
- Principal: Robert Mathews on the Department of Education's 2025/26 schools list
- Phone: 01 282 6930
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.stlaurencecollege.com
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Primary schools nearby
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Next school holidays
Strike: most secondary schools are expected to close on Wednesday, 21 October. Strikes and work-to-rule
- In 8 daysOctober mid-term breakMon, 26 October to Fri 30 October 2026
- In 9 weeksChristmas holidaysWed 23 December 2026 to Tue 5 January 2027
- In 17 weeksFebruary mid-term breakMon, 15 February to Fri 19 February 2027
These dates are set for every secondary school in Ireland. Check with St Laurence College for any extra days off and the last day in June. Get reminders · All term dates · Add to Google Calendar