"Marino College was established in 1936 and has a long and proud tradition in education. The teachers have developed much valuable experience over the years in ensuring that students gain excellent results in the state examinations within a caring and supportive atmosphere." 1936 Marino Vocational School was opened in September 1936, to cater for the needs of the people living in the first Corporation Housing Scheme erected in Dublin, under self-government. The building contract was £20,900.00 (€63,703.20) was awarded to J. Brennan and Son.