A 9 year old school boy reported missing in Dublin earlier today has been found safe and well.

In a post on social media Greenlane National School say the boy failed to attend school today - despite being dropped off nearby.

His schoolbag was later found on Sprindale Road which is around 3 kilometres away prompting concerns.

However the school has now confirmed he has been found safe and well. 

UPDATE: CIAN HAS BEEN FOUND SAFE AND WELL THANK YOU.

— Greenlanes N.S. (@GreenlanesNS) January 25, 2017