Moving to Cork City area with Children...

I am Melissa, from the US. I am moving to Cork this summer with my husband, 2 girls (ages 8 and 13) and our 2 dogs.  I wanted to see if anyone had any information on schools?  Or areas to look for housing?  My husband will be working in Cork City.  I REALLY appreciate any tips. 

Thank you.

Whereabouts in Cork city do you want to live? the schooling situation depends on this i imagine...