Over 90% of Irish primary schools are denominational, yet recent survey data (June 2026) shows substantial and widespread parental demand for multi-denominational education. These maps explore that gap, school by school and county by county. Data sourced from the Department of Education's 2025–2026 Primary School Survey. Code available via GitHub.
Note: Figures are interactive!
Figure 1. Of the 3,200+ mainstream primary schools surveyed, 572 are currently denominational despite a majority of parents in these schools preferring a multi-denominational ethos. Data source: DEY Primary school survey 2025–2026. Code available here
Figure 2. Across Ireland's 3,200+ mainstream primary schools, parental preference for multi-denominational education ranges from 0% to 100%. Darker green indicates stronger demand. Data source: DEY Primary School Survey 2025–2026.