St. Louise de Marillac Primary School was founded by the Daughters of Charity in Ballyfermot in 1958. The Daughters of Charity established the school on Drumfinn Road and its history is intertwined with the history of Ballyfermot. The school was originally divided into a junior and a senior school under the stewardship of two principals but, in 2011, the junior and senior schools amalgamated. Today, the school caters for girls from Junior Infants to Sixth Class, with infant boys up to First Class. 

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Their mission: 

We respect the diversity of cultures, religious beliefs and traditions of other groups in society and this respect permeates all areas of school life.

We encourage our pupils to be proud not only of their school but also of their community, the area in which they live and learn. We promote active partnership between home, school and the community.

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Reflection on placement: This placement was a an excellent chance to jump into the classroom and get a first hand experience of teaching art to young learners. The staff and students at St. Louise's were wonderful to work with and it was a fantastic introduction to the classroom.  Placement at St. Louise's was an invaluable learning experience which allowed me to develop fundamental professional practices in a primary school setting.

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