Catholic University School
Dublin 2, Co. Dublin
544 studentsBoysFee-payingSecondaryTY
Strike: most secondary schools are expected to close on Wednesday, 21 October. Work-to-rule: some evening events, including open nights, may not go ahead. Check with the school. What it means
Applying for September 2027
- Applications open
- Thursday, 1 October (passed)1st Year 2027 online application form available
- Applications close
- Thursday, 22 October, 5pm1st Year 2027 application deadlineAdd to calendar
- Offers by
- Wednesday, 11 NovemberIn writingAdd to calendar
- Accept by
- Wednesday, 25 NovemberAdd to calendar
From the school's website (1), the school's website (2), checked 17 October. Always confirm with the school.
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Students this year
544 students, by year group. Department of Education, 2025/26.
- 1st year
- 85
- 2nd year
- 94
- 3rd year
- 90
- TY
- 106
- 5th year
- 89
- 6th year
- 80
Transition Year: 106 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
- Fee-paying. Check the school's website for this year's fees.
At a glance
Catholic University School is a voluntary secondary school in Dublin 2, Co. Dublin (Eircode D02 KC81). Catholic University School has 544 students: 544 boys, according to the Department of Education's 2025/26 figures.
- Type
- Voluntary secondary school
- Boys and girls
- Boys only · 544 boys
- Fees
- Fee-paying
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Patron
- Marist Education Authority
- Language
- English-medium
- Day or boarding
- Day school
- DEIS
- No
- Roll number
- 60540V
Inspection reports for this school from the Department of Education, on gov.ie
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Questions parents ask
- Where is Catholic University School?
- Catholic University School is a voluntary secondary school in Dublin 2, Co. Dublin (Eircode D02 KC81).
- How many students go to Catholic University School?
- Catholic University School has 544 students: 544 boys, according to the Department of Education's 2025/26 figures.
- Who is the principal of Catholic University School?
- Clive G Martin is the principal of Catholic University School, according to the Department of Education's 2025/26 schools list.
- Is Catholic University School a mixed school?
- No. Catholic University School is a boys' school.
- Is Catholic University School fee-paying?
- Yes. Catholic University School is a fee-paying school. Check the school's website for this year's fees.
- What is the ethos of Catholic University School?
- Catholic University School has a Catholic ethos. Its patron is Marist Education Authority.
- Does Catholic University School teach through Irish?
- No. Catholic University School teaches through English, with Irish taught as a subject.
- Does Catholic University School have Transition Year?
- 106 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 Catholic University School a DEIS school?
- No. Catholic University School is not part of the DEIS programme.
- Where can I read Catholic University School's inspection reports?
- The Department of Education publishes school inspection reports on gov.ie. Search there by Catholic University School's roll number, 60540V, or use the link on this page.
- What other secondary schools are near Catholic University School?
- The closest is Loreto College. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic University SchoolThis school | 544 | Boys | Secondary | Fee‑paying | Applications close, Thu, 22 Oct | No | No | |
| Loreto CollegeDublin 2 | 200 m | 588 | Girls | Secondary | Fee‑paying | Applications close, Fri, 23 Oct | No | No |
| Christian Brothers, Synge St.Dublin | 800 m | 256 | Boys | Secondary | Free | None found yet | No | Yes |
| C.B.S. Westland RowDublin 2 | 900 m | 205 | Mixed | Secondary | Free | Applications close, Wed, 21 Oct | No | Yes |
| St Patricks Cathedral Grammar SchoolDublin 8 | 1.1 km | 302 | Mixed | Secondary | Free | Applications close, Sun, 25 Oct | No | No |
| St. Mary's College C.S.Sp., RathminesDublin 6 | 1.1 km | 500 | Boys | Secondary | Fee‑paying | None found yet | No | No |
| St Conleths CollegeDublin 4 | 1.3 km | 339 | Mixed | Secondary | Fee‑paying | Applications close, Thu, 22 Oct | No | No |
Straight-line distances. Compare with the two closest · See more schools near here.
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Contact
89 Lower Leeson StreetDublin 2
D02KC81
- Principal: Clive G Martin on the Department of Education's 2025/26 schools list
- Phone: 01 775 6800
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: cus.ie
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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 Catholic University School for any extra days off and the last day in June. Get reminders · All term dates · Add to Google Calendar