Safe School Zone Esker Educate Together National School
South Dublin County Council have initiated the Safe School Zone programme to delivery safety measures in front of schools across the county.
Esker Educate Together National School are a candidate for such works. An interview with the principal and a site analysis was carried out in April/May 2026. It was noted that there is a concerned about dangerous driver behaviour and safety at the school gates, and supported works to calm traffic and improve visibility of the front of school area.
Non-Statutory public consultation was undertaken regarding these works from 23rd of June - 14th July 2026. This consultation can be viewed here.
Works constructed post consultation period were as follows:
- High Friction markings on the road at either end of the school front and signage to show drivers that they are entering a School Zone.
- Coloured high friction roundels along the road surface to highlight the school frontage.
- Associated services, line marking, signage and works.
These works were executed under Section 38 of the Roads Traffic Act 1994.