Welcome to the website of Rathgar National School. The school is of the Methodist patronage and was founded in 1896.  Current enrollment is 93 children, with a Teaching Principal, four mainstream teachers, Special Education Teachers and ancillary staff.

We hope you find the website easy to navigate with the drop-down menus providing you with any information you may require as well as a snapshot of the goings on in our school! 

Important Upcoming Dates

• School admissions for the next school year 2024/25 will open on 10th January 2024

• Active School Week 29th - 3rd May

• School Closure May Bank Holiday 6th May

• Spring Fair Friday 10th May

• School Closure June Bank Holiday 3rd June

• School Sports Day 4th June

• 6th Class Graduation Service 25th June 7pm

Ethos Statement

Rathgar National School is under the patronage of the Methodist Church. The school reflects the ethos and tradition of the Methodist Church in Ireland. The Christian faith underpins all school life. All pupils and staff are equally valued and respected - irrespective of gender, social background, religious belief, sexual orientation, family circumstances, educational achievement, physical characteristics or intellectual functioning. Christian moral values are promoted and nurtured.

All the students of RNS wearing their favourite kit after raising over €270 for the charity GOAL!