Whitechurch, Dublin facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Whitechurch An Teampall Geal
Remote suburban / rural area
Whitechurch Church of Ireland church dates from 1827
Whitechurch Location in Ireland
Country	Ireland
Province	Leinster
County	County Dublin
Local government area	South Dublin
Elevation	54 m (177 ft)
Time zone	UTC+0 (WET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC-1 (IST (WEST))

Whitechurch (Irish: An Teampall Geal) is a small area located on the south side of County Dublin, Ireland. It's a quiet place, a mix of suburban homes and rural spots. Whitechurch sits close to the Dublin mountains, south of Ballyboden and west of Marlay Park. Many people think of Whitechurch as part of the larger Rathfarnham area. It's known for its history and green surroundings.

What's in a Name?

The name "Whitechurch" comes from a small, old white church. This church was built a long time ago in a place called Kilmashogue. It was near an ancient stone mound called a cairn. Not much of the original white church is left today.

History and Churches

Whitechurch has a long history, especially with different religious groups.

Church of Ireland

The local Church of Ireland parish of Whitechurch covers a wide area. This includes most of Rathfarnham and places like Tibradden and Kilmashogue. The current Church of Ireland church building in Whitechurch was built in 1827.

Moravian Cemetery

There is a special cemetery in Whitechurch that belongs to the Moravian Church. The Moravians are a Protestant group who came to Ireland in the 1700s. They originally came from what is now the Czech Republic. This cemetery was their burial ground. The Moravian community in Ireland no longer exists.

Augustinian Fathers

The Augustinian Fathers are a Catholic religious order. They have been present in the Whitechurch area for many years.

Carnegie Library

A library was built in Whitechurch in 1911. It was funded by Andrew Carnegie, a famous businessman and philanthropist. This library is still open and used by the community today.

Learning in Whitechurch

Whitechurch is home to three schools, offering education from primary to secondary levels.

St. Columba's College

St. Columba's College is a private secondary school. Most of its students live at the school, meaning it's a boarding school. It provides education for older students.

Primary Schools

There are two primary schools in Whitechurch for younger children.

• Whitechurch National School is a primary school linked to the Church of Ireland parish.
• Scoil Mhuire National School is a Roman Catholic primary school. It is connected to the Good Counsel Parish in Ballyboden.