Largy College is a co-educational school delivering educational excellence to the community of Clones and surrounding areas.
Our school is committed to delivering a high quality education and adopts a holistic approach to the education of each student in our care.
Largy College offers a wide and varied range of programmes at both Junior and Leaving Certificate level. Alongside the traditional Junior Certificate and Leaving Certificate, at which we excel, we offer both LCA and JCSP programmes to those who wish to pursue an alternative path.
A committed and dedicated staff encourages every student to reach his/her full potential in every aspect of school life. In addition, students are encouraged to take as many higher level subjects as appropriate.
Largy College is a thriving centre for education. We work closely with the local community and other agencies to foster the development of the individual and collective talents of all students and staff. This is achieved in a safe, state of the art and nurturing environment with the aim of developing each student into a well rounded, responsible and educated individual.
Sharon Magennis Principal
Our Mission
In order to meet the needs of our diverse student population, our school strives to attain high academic achievement and personal, spiritual growth.
This is accomplished through cooperation between school, community, parents, teachers and students. We foster a school climate that is safe and supportive of individual students, enabling them to succeed in our ever-changing world.
“Nurturing the Individual.”
Pastoral Care
Largy College supports the contribution made by each member of the school community in helping us to realise our school mission. We:
• place a particular emphasis on valuing and developing the talents of every student under our care, in particular the disadvantaged and marginalised.
• acknowledge and support each person’s role in the school community.
• promote an environment which nurtures the learning and teaching relationship between student and teacher.
Largy College views the development of positive self-esteem as essential for students. The care and wellbeing of students is supported by our Pastoral Team which includes the Chaplain and the HSCLO.
The role of the school Chaplain is to create an environment within the school where the student's spiritual and emotional well-being is cared for.
Our Home-School Community Liaison Officer HSCLO promotes the active co-operation between home school and the local community. Education can thrive when everyone works together.
Supporting Our Students
Largy College recognises the importance of assisting students in making smart choices –choices that will affect their futures. The Guidance Counsellor works with all year groups and is involved in classroom activities, one-to-one counselling, career planning, assessment of educational and vocational abilities, alongside other related supports.
The Guidance Counsellor works with all senior students on an individual basis, working on study plans, college applications and access programme applications.
School Functions and Meetings
Meetings are held for all year groups. There are various functions and meetings during the year for parents/guardians and good advance notice is given for such events.
The following are examples of what can take place during the year:
• Open Evening for prospective parents
• Parent/Guardian – teacher meetings
• Information Evening on Senior Cycle options
• Careers Information Evening for 6th Year students and parents/guardians
• Graduation Ceremony
School Curriculum
Largy College follows the curriculum set out by the Department of Education & Skills, which may be amended from time to time in accordance with the Education Acts 1998 & 2000.
Junior Cycle – 3 Years
English Engineering
Irish Wood technology
Maths Graphics
Science History
French Geography
Home Economics Art
Business Studies Music
Wellbeing
Religious Education (non-exam)
Digital Literacy/ I.T
SPHE (non-exam)
Physical Education CSPE (non-exam)
“A Positive Learning Community.”
Transition Year - 1 Year
Transition year is a compulsory programme for students entering senior cycle. There is a good balance in the programme between the academic and the practical dimensions.
In recent years, our students have experienced the following:
• Young Social Innovators (Y.S.I)
• Concern Debating competition
• Microsoft Dream Space
• Outdoor pursuits (activities)
• Links with community and voluntary organisations
Additional Education Needs
While our mainstream teachers hold responsibility for the teaching and learning within the classroom, the Special Education Co-ordinator and her team have additional resources available to offer more specialised support when needed.
This support can be offered on an individual, smallgroup, in-class or whole-class basis. Special Needs’ Assistants offer other support to individual students and are an important part of the learning support team.
Largy College has 2 special classes for Autism, where we offer an autism specific learning environment within a mainstream setting. This environment offers calmness, clarity and predictability for the students enrolled, while embracing their individuality. Each student is empowered to reach his/her full potential.
Senior Cycle – 2 Years
Art, Craft & Design
Biology
Home Economics
Maths
Business Physics
Chemistry
Construction Studies
Geography
Design & Communication
Graphics
English Music
French Engineering
Gaeilge
History
Physical Education
Religious Education (non-exam)
“Excellence in Teaching and Development.”
Leaving Certificate
Vocational Programme
This is an enhanced programme offered alongside the traditional Leaving Certificate. The programme combines the virtues of academic study with a new and dynamic focus on self-directed learning, enterprise, work and the community. It is a two-year programme, and it is offered as a subject in Largy College.
In recent years, the status of this programme has been enhanced as it is now accepted by the NUI and the Institutes of Technology towards the awarding of college points.
“Creating a caring community.”
Extra-Curricular
Largy College provides a wide range of extracurricular activities for all our students. These include:
• Girls’ and Boys’ Gaelic Football
• Athletics
• Soccer
• Basketball
• Golf
• Futsol Blitz
• Charity Fundraising
• Various Subject Competitions
• School Tours
• Public Speaking and Debating
• Annual Christmas Concert
• Whole School Table Quiz
Parents’ Association
The Parents’ Association is an active and vibrant feature of the school community.
Membership of the association is open to the parents/ guardians of all students attending the school.
State of the Art Facilities
Students at Largy College benefit from modern, educational and recreational facilities including:
• 2 Multi-media rooms (computer rooms)
• 1 Computer suite for CAD
• Comprehensive school library
• Fully equipped Home Economics kitchen
Leaving Certificate Applied
The Leaving Certificate Applied is a distinct, self-contained, two-year Leaving Certificate programme aimed at preparing students for adult and working life.
The programme sets out to recognise the talents of all students and to provide opportunities for developing personal responsibility, self-esteem and self-knowledge.
The programme focuses on the talents of each student and helps students apply what they learn to the real world.
All LCA students benefit from the one day per week work experience programme.
Canteen
Our school canteen offers a wide variety of healthy, balanced meal options daily and proudly participates in Ireland’s Free School Meals Scheme, which provides nutritious breakfasts and lunches at no cost to students, helping to support their wellbeing and learning.
• Fully equipped Engineering and Construction rooms
• 3 Science Laboratories
• Sensory Room
• Career Guidance Office
• Fully equipped Art Room
• Resource Classrooms
• Sports’ Hall and refurbished Gym
• Choir Room with a stage
• Fully wheelchair accessible
• 2 Special Classes for Autism.
Students’ Council
Under the guidance of dedicated staff, who work closely with students, we promote the ability to think independently and to lead in our entire student body. We afford them the opportunity to become active citizens in their own school. The council gives students an active voice and platform in the decision making of our school.
Green Schools
Lots of Socks
Largy College recently held its annual ‘Lots of Socks’ Day in support of the Down Syndrome Centre, North East. We are thrilled to have raised €500 for this incredible organization that offers invaluable services and supports for our local community!
Largy College have achieved three green flags. This was a mammoth feat as it required a whole school effort in the area of reducing litter and recycling. New bins are in place to facilitate the correct separation of waste and this process is monitored daily with the help and assistance of the student body and the caretaking staff.
6th year prefects - 2026
Transition Year Programme
Transition Year provides a unique opportunity for students to get a broad educational experience, with a view to increasing the students’ maturity before they proceed to further study and/or vocational preparation.
Largy College is engaging with the new Transition Year programme that has been rolled out across Ireland, which encourages schools to promote independent learning, realworld experiences, lifelong learning skills, active citizenship, and social responsibility.
Traditionally, students have taken part in Young Social Innovators, BT Young Scientist, Scifest, Concern Debating, Gaisce, Architects in Schools’ Programme, TY Work Experience Programme, Student Enterprise Awards, TY Mini-Med Programme, Road Safety Awareness Programme, RTÉ Transition Year Work Experience Programme, Largy College Dragons Den Competition, Solicitors of the Future, Work Experience
Programme, TU Dublin Science of Food Camp, Peer Tutoring, The National Gallery of Ireland TY Work Experience Programme, Junk Kouture and GAA Future Leaders Programme.
School trips are organised to places like; Tanagh Outdoor Education Centre, Dundonald ice-skating & bowling, Cuilcagh and The Marble Arch Caves, Workshops at Microsoft Dream
Space, Road Safety Awareness hosted by Road Safety Ireland and an overseas trip.
Among the many achievements of our Transition Year Students at national level:
• Concern Debating National winners x 3 (Finalists – 4 times)
• Young Social Innovators – Gold Award winners in 2015 & 2017. Silver Award winners in 2019.
• Category Award winners in 2023 and 2025.
Transition Year Students 2024/2025- Rome and Sorrento trip
Transition Year Students Ice Skating
Transition Year Students on a visit to Armagh Planetarium
Microsoft Dream Space Ambassadors
Transition Year Students on their Gaisce Adventure Trip
Largy College PE and Sport
The PE department in Largy College offers pupils the opportunity to experience a diverse range of activities which enables pupils to fully develop their range of physical, analytical and social skills. Over the course of their school life students will develop lifelong skills and a knowledge in all strands of PE. These include: Gymnastics, Dance, Net and Field Games, Invasion Games, Outdoor Adventure and Athletics.
Soccer
The School is affiliated to the FAI Schools Ulster Branch and our soccer teams have competed in a variety of competitive age groups in Ulster Cup and League competitions throughout the 2024/25 season.
Following on from the success of the last number of seasons, we won more silverware in the 2024/25 school year with our U19 Boys winning the FAI Schools Cavan/ Monaghan competition. The teams have displayed great enthusiasm and spirit throughout their respective tournaments with a high level of technique and skill on show. A special congratulations to Sarah McCaffrey, TY, who is currently representing the Irish National team.
Basketball
Largy College has excelled on the Basketball court in recent times with our Boys and Girls teams competing at all levels from first year right up to U19. The 2024/25 season was no exception with both the Girls and Boys at all age groups competing well in their respective competitions. The U16 Girls reached the North East Regional Semi-Final and were unlucky to lose out by only one basket. The U19 Girls also came close as they were narrowly beaten in the North East Regional Final also. There is a solid platform for further Basketball success in the years to come and we look forward to nurturing the emerging talent at all levels.
Golf
Last year marked an exciting milestone for our school community with the official establishment of our very own school golf team. Golf is one of the fastest-growing sports in the Clones area, and we wanted to provide an opportunity for students to represent Largy College on the fairways and greens.
Each year, the Largy golf team competes in the newly launched Cavan/Monaghan Schools Golf Championship. This event allows golfers of all levels to compete for the title of Drumlin Champion Golfer of the Year. Our school proudly defeated six other schools to win the team event at last year’s championship.
The launch of the school golf team reflects our commitment to offering a wide range of sporting opportunities for students. Last year, we had 13 golfers sign up. This year, we already have over 30 students involved! Who knows—perhaps the next Leona Maguire or Rory McIlroy is here at Largy.
Diarmuid Quigley 2nd Place in the All Ireland Schools Athletics
Sarah McCaffrey IRLWU16
Largy College Ladies Basketball 2024/2025
Largy College Run Club
Laura McFarland U18 Irish Women's Basketball Team
The victorious U19 FAI Schools Cavan/Monaghan winners 2024-2025
Gaelic Football
Largy College has built a reputation in recent years of being a real force in Ulster Schools football in both Boys Gaelic football and Ladies Football and this year was one of the most successful in the school’s history. We contested 3 Ulster finals, Boys U13.5 McKee Cup, U14.5 Mc Devitt Shield & U 19 Faul Cup, winning two of the Ulster titles on offer while narrowly losing the U19 final.
Indeed many of our players throughout the years have represented Monaghan at development squad level and Minor level while some of our past pupils have played for Monaghan at senior level in both Mens and Ladies GAA.
With our top class sports facilities and expertise, we aim to further develop these teams in the coming years and look forward to watching the players develop. Our feeder clubs are doing great work at grassroots level ensuring that the calibre of player enrolling in Largy College is very high.
Athletics
Students in Largy College participate in both cross country and track events throughout the school year. We are fortunate to have state of the art facilities at the Peacelink in such close proximity to the school.
Historic Double: Senior and Junior Shields
Monaghan ETB Athletics Senior and Junior Shield Winners
Largy College’s track and field athletes made history in 2024 by securing both the Senior Shield and the Junior Shield at the Monaghan ETB Athletics Sports Day. Their outstanding performances showcased not only their physical prowess but also their unwavering commitment.
The Junior Shield victory reflects the promising talent emerging from the younger athletes at Largy College. Their enthusiasm and determination bode well for the future of the school’s athletics program.
Largy College’s First Sports Podcast
This year Largy College recorded its first ever podcast. The podcast gives an insight into the careers of World champion Boxer Barry McGuigan, 3 time All star Conor McManus and Jonathan Douglas who made 500 appearances in the Premiership and League football.
U 14.5 Mc Devitt Shield Ulster Champions.
U 13.5 McKee Cup Ulster Champions
Ulster Champions Celebrate!
Additional Achievements
Leo Kelly Scolarships
Congratulations to the most recent recipients of the Leo Kelly Scholarships for 2025. Pictured (L to R) Year Head Ms Cumsikey, Principal Ms Magennis, Keelin Quigley, Sponsor Leo Kelly, Ella Connolly ,Dylan Rooney and Deputy Principal Mr. Corey.
2024 Scholarship Recipients
The successful candidates for receipt of the 2024 scholarship awards were: Sarah Tierney, Rebecca Murphy, and Gabriele Gulbinaite. These scholarships will provide valuable assistance to their 3rd level education.
On behalf of all recipients, we thank both Leo and Adrian for their continued support and generosity in assisting our students.
All-Ireland Concern Debates - National Champions 2023
In May, 2023, the Largy College TY debating team became All Island Champions when they beat The High School, Rathgar by opposing the motion, “For the Global South, the International Community is a Mirage”. The prize for winning this prestigious competition, was a trip to New York to visit the United Nations Headquarters. During this visit, the Debating Team visited the offices of the Irish Mission to the UN in New York. There they were privileged to meet Martin Gallagher, Deputy Permanent Representative of Ireland to the UN, as well as a team of UN diplomats, one of which is a Largy College past-pupil, Ms Alex Trant.
Gold Medal in Engineering for Largy College Student
Congratulations to Thomas Brady who achieved top marks (600/600) in the 2024 Leaving certificate higher level engineering examination. Thomas received his award at the Annual Engineering & Technology Teachers’ Association awards ceremony, which were held in Sligo, on the 23rd of November, 2024. Pictured with Thomas are; Ms Magennis, School Principal, Mr Deery, Engineering teacher, and Mr Corey, Deputy Principal.
ETB Ireland Competition
Congratulations to our “We Are All Human” team and their representatives Clodagh O’Reilly and Clíodhna Greenan who accepted the top award in the ‘Respect Category’ at the ETB Ireland awards in Croke Park. The Team produced an antiracism toolkit in conjunction with Monaghan County Council. The toolkit is now being used by schools across Monaghan. This is a huge achievement and honour at a national level. Well done to all involved.
All-Ireland Concern Debates - National Champions 2023
Leo Kelly Scholarship Recipients 2025.
‘Promoting Excellence’
Student of the Year - 2025
Deirdre Smith
Deirdre is presented with the Student of the Year Award by Deputy Principal, Mr Corey and Year Head, Ms Cumiskey.
Best LCA Result - 2025
Roarke Clerkin – Distinction (94% overall).
Roarke is congratulated by Year Head Ms Cumiskey and LCA co-ordinator, Ms Sherry.
Best Junior Cycle Result – 2025
Therése Molloy
Therése is presented with her trophy by Deputy Principal Mr Corey and Year Head Mr Donnellan
TYP Student of the Year – 2025
Seán Clerkin
Seán is presented with the Transition Year Award by Deputy Principal, Mr Corey, Transition Year co-ordinator, Ms Sherry and Year Head, Mr Donnellan.
Extra-Curricular Award – 2025
YSI Team Hope
Largy College YSI Team Hope members Sinead Burns, Ciara Graham, Denisa Horvat and Clodagh O’Reilly are presented with the Award by Deputy Principal, Mr Corey and Year Head Ms Cumiskey.
Best Leaving Certificate Result’s – 2025
Deirbhíle Burns - 613 points and Conan Rooney 601 points
Deirbhíle and Conan are congratulated on results day by School Principal, Ms Magennis.
