Gardiner Street School is 180 Years Old!
On 1st February 1830, Gardiner Street Convent Primary School opened its doors for the first time. Hundreds of children of all ages from the surrounding area turned up – most of whom had never been to school before. The school was opened by Mary Aikenhead, foundress of the Religious Sisters of Charity. Her cousin, Sister Mary Xavier Hennessy, was the first principal. Since then, thousands of children have received their primary education in Gardiner Street. As we celebrate our 180th anniversary, we are very proud to be part of this long tradition.