Welcome to Rathgar Junior School and Kindergarten
At Rathgar Junior School, we believe in nurturing young minds and fostering a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. Located in the heart of Dublin 6, our school provides a supportive and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Our Community
At Rathgar Junior School, we believe that our community is the heart of our school. Together, we create a warm, welcoming environment where students, parents, teachers, and staff come together to support and inspire one another. Our community is built on a foundation of respect, collaboration, and inclusivity, where every voice is valued and every contribution is celebrated. From collaborative learning initiatives to community events and volunteer opportunities, there are countless ways to get involved and make a difference at Rathgar Junior School. Join us as we come together to create a positive and enriching educational experience for all members of our community.
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Apply For Admission at Rathgar Junior School
Applying for admission is easy and straightforward. Simply fill out our online application form, and our admissions team will be in touch with you shortly to guide you through the process.
Active Administration & Fully Independent
Rathgar Junior School and Kindergarten is a fee-paying school and we receive no financial support from the Department of Education. We are a member of the Association of Independent Junior Schools. We are registered Limited company, a not-for-profit organisation, which has charitable status.
We teach the National Curriculum and we have a rich, extra, hidden curriculum, designed to inspire the children and to develop their creativity and imagination. It has eight classes from Kindergarten through to Form 6 and an experienced Resource team.
Empowering Young Minds
Project Ignite
We are thrilled to announce the official launch of Project Ignite, marking an exciting new chapter for Rathgar Junior School and Kindergarten. Your support is invaluable to us, and we warmly invite any parents who are willing to contribute their time or expertise to help us realize our vision. I eagerly anticipate sharing regular updates on our progress in the coming months. Together, let's ignite the future of our school community!
Parents Endorsments
Rathgar Junior School is a lovely, nurturing, and creative school in Dublin 6. My two kids, aged 5 and 9, have been attending it for six years, and we are very happy with our choice.KGA & Form 4 Parent, 2024
The school has a small class size, which allows the teachers to give individual attention and feedback to each student. The curriculum is rich and inspiring, covering the National Curriculum and more. The school also offers a variety of activities that no other school offers, such as music, choir, hockey, tennis, drama, art, chess, gardening, capoeira, yoga and more.
My children couldn't be more différent and yet somehow RJS manages to cater so well to both of them. We moved here during lockdown having had a horrible experience in a previous school which diminished my child's confidence terribly and we watched her blossom upon entering RJS. It was incredible to see her back to herself again. Both my children skip into school everyday and actually miss it so much during holidays.KGA & Form 2 Parent, 2024
Our daughter started in second class/Form 2 in 2022. Her transition to Rathgar Junior School has been a very positive experience which was a huge relief for us as parents. Although she has only been there a short while she seems to know absolutely everybody in the school. I think this is testament to the fact that the school is so small and the kids get so many opportunities to interact with other classes during the day. The children are greeted at the door every morning by a member of staff making them feel so welcome and this kindness and hospitality permeates throughout the entire school community.Form 3 Parent, 2024
Our family moved from abroad in 2018 and our kids joined RJS in senior infants and form 1. Immediately our children were welcomed so warmly. We knew we had made the right decision. The Quaker ethos of the school values each individual child, and emphasises kindness and empathy. Over their journey my kids have been taught these values by the many wonderful teachers and assistants at RJS. They have received an excellent academic foundation, but importantly, have also engaged in other activities that make them rounded individuals.Form 6 Parent, 2024
Pizza Workshop at Piano Piano Pizza
A Delicious Extracurricular Adventure! At Rathgar Junior School and Kindergarten, we believe in providing our students with enriching experiences that extend beyond the classroom. That's why we recently organised an exciting Pizza Workshop at Piano Piano Pizza in Rathgar, offering our students a unique opportunity to explore the culinary arts in a hands-on and deliciously fun way! Our Pizza Workshop at Piano Piano Pizza was a deliciously memorable experience for our students, offering them a taste of culinary adventure and inspiring them to explore new interests outside the classroom. Stay tuned for more exciting extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities at Rathgar Junior School!
DADA in RJS
Hilary Cahill, Director of the Dublin Academy of Dramatic Arts (DADA) has been teaching extra curricular Drama to RJS students for over 20 years. We recently added Hip Hop for Forms 2 to 6, taught by DADA’s dance teacher Michael. All students taking DADA classes have the opportunity to be part of DADA’s annual end of year show at the Civic Theatre.
