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School Choice in Ireland In the following you will find presentations of the individual schools available on our School Choice programme.

If you need further information or assistance with the options available, please do not hesitate to contact us at highschool@schoolandvacation.it

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Christ King Girls’ School Colaiste Chriost Ri St. Aloysius School St. Angela’s College Douglas Community School Colaiste Muire Cobh Colaiste Muire Crosshaven SMGS Blarney Colaiste Eamann Ris

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Presentation Girls School St. Peter’s Community School Presentation College Headford Sancta Maria College High Cross College St. Jarlath’s College Colaiste Muire Tourmakeady St. Paul’s Secondary School St. Enda’s College Palmerstown Community School St Ciaran’s Community school Eureka Secondary School Mullingar Community School Ardscoil Phadraig Ballymahon Vocational School Ardee Community School St. Louis Secondary School Virginia College St. Clare’s College St. Bricin’s College St. Louis Secondary School St. Macartan’s College

Other information, last page: Application criteria Subjects listed for each college may differ depending on availability and year group.

More subjects may also be available — please check with us if more information is needed.

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Christ King Girls’ School Cork, Ireland

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Christ King is an all-girls Catholic secondary school located in the vibrant city of Cork. The school has excellent facilities, and a wide range of extra-curricular activities and sports on offer. Christ King is a successful school, and the school is proud of the excellent exam results their students achieve year on year.

Geography Location: Cork (population: 125,000) Type Girls Size 728 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally

Cork area

Foreign languages French, German, Chinese and Japanese Clubs and activities Christ King offers a range of extra-curricular activities such as baking club and board game club, and students are encouraged to get involved in school life.

Sport Sports are an important part of school life. School sports include basketball, camogie, hockey, aerobics, dance, athletics, volleyball, gaelic football, soccer, tennis and swimming.

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Accounting Applied Mathematics Art Biology Business Studies Computer Science Chemistry Chinese Dance Drama Economics English French German Geography History Home Economics Horticulture Irish Japanese Legal Studies Mathematics Media Studies Music Physical Education Physics Religion Robotics Technical Graphics

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Coláiste Chriost Ri Cork, Ireland

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Coláiste Chriost Ri is a Catholic all-boys school, located in the city of Cork. The school pursues academic and sporting excellence within a proud gaelic culture and tradition. The school aims to maintain a creative balance between preparing students for the workplace and personal development.

Geography Location: Cork (population: 125,000) Type Boys Size 521 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally

Cork area

Foreign languages French Clubs and activities Clubs on offer include drama, gym, chess, history and music, as well as the horticulture project and tour opportunities.

Sport Sports on offer include basketball, gaelic football, hurling and athletics. There is also a gym club in the school’s exercise suite.

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Art Biology Business Studies Design & Communication Graphics English French Geography History Irish Mathematics Music Physics Science Technical Graphics

St. Aloysius Secondary School Cork, Ireland

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St. Aloysius is an all-girls Catholic secondary school in the heart of Cork city. St. Al’s is steeped in tradition, with a proud 180 year history. Students are encouraged to discover new interests through a broad curriculum and wide range of enrichment activities.

Geography Location: Cork (population: 125,000) Type Girls Size 314 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally

Cork area

Foreign languages French, German, Chinese and Italian Clubs and activities Clubs available include choir, STEM club, VEX robotics, debating, library and book clubs, chess club, choir, games club, Model UN, tennis, debating society, ukulele club and more.

Sport Sports on offer include basketball, camogie, gaelic football, tennis, athletics and equestrian. Access to the gym is also available.

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Accounting Applied Maths Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry Chinese English French Geography German History Home Economics Irish Italian Mathematics Music Physical Education Physics Religious Education

St. Angela’s College Cork, Ireland

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St. Angela’s has educated young women in Cork since 1887. The Ursuline values, beliefs and ethos make St. Angela’s a special place to learn. The school recently finished a major refurbishment, and has excellent facilities in modern and attractive buildings.

Geography Location: Cork (population: 125,000) Type Girls Size 594 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally

Cork area

Foreign languages French and German Clubs and activities St. Angela’s has a range of enrichment activities, including school musicals and trips abroad.

Sport Students are encouraged to take part in sporting activities. The main sports on offer are athletics, basketball, climbing, gaelic football, hockey, orientieting, rowing, sailing, spinning, swimming and tennis.

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Accounting Applied Maths Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry English French Geography German History Home Economics Irish Maths Music Physics Religion

Douglas Community School Cork, Ireland

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Douglas Community School is an all-boys school situated in the southern part of Cork. The school prides itself on offering a wide range of academic options as well as activities, in first class facilities which are also widely used by the local community.

Geography Location: Cork (population: 125,000) Type Boys Size 529 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally

Cork area

Foreign languages French, Spanish and German Clubs and activities There are a great range of activities and clubs on offer at Douglas Community School, including book club, coding, chess club, music club, debating society, the Gaisce Award, maths club, robotics, D&D club and the Young Scientist exhibition.

Sport This school offers sports including athletics, basketball, cricket, gaelic football, hurling, soccer, rowing, badminton, table tennis, yoga and tennis.

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Accounting Art Biology Business Chemistry Construction Studies Design & Communication Graphics Economics Engineering English French Geography German History Irish Materials Technology (woodwork) Maths Metalwork Science Technical Graphics Physical Education Religion Physics

Coláiste Muire Cobh Co. Cork, Ireland

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Coláiste Muire is a Catholic co-educational secondary school, situated in the town of Cobh, a picturesque seaport town close to the city of Cork. The school community is dedicated to preparing students for living life to the full!

Geography Location: Cobh (population: 13,000) Nearest large town: Cork Distance to Cork: 15 miles Public transport to Cork: 25 minutes Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 702 pupils

Cork area

Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally.

Foreign languages French, German and Spanish Clubs and activities Students are encoraged to get involved in activities, including school musicals and the STEAM club.

Sport Sports are an important part of school life at Coláiste Muir and a variety of school sports are available.

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Accounting Agricultural Science Art Biology Business Chemistry Construction Studies Design Communication Economics English French Geography German Graphics History Home Economics Irish Maths Music Physical Education Physics Religion Spanish

Coláiste Muire Crosshaven Co. Cork, Ireland

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Coláiste Muire is a Catholic co-educational secondary school, situated in the town of Crosshaven, home of the Royal Cork Yacht Club. The school has excellent facilities and offers a broad curriculum, as well as a range of extra-curricular activities.

Geography Location: Crosshaven (population: 2,000) Nearest large town: Cork Distance to Cork: 16 miles Public transport to Cork: 1 hr Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 428 pupils

Cork area

Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French

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Art, Craft and Design Business English French Geography History Home Economics Irish Mathematics Music Physical Education Physics Religion Science Technical Graphics Visual Art Wood Technology

Clubs and activities Coláiste Muir offers a range of extra-curricular activities, such as drama, robotics, the Young Scientist and Young Enterprise schemes, and tours abroad.

Sport Sports are an important part of school life. School sports include basketball, athletics, gaelic football, hurling, camogie, soccer, golf and sailing.

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SMGS Blarney Co. Cork, Ireland

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Scoil Mhuire gan Smál, Blarney, takes a holistic approach to education, with pastoral care as a central component of school life. Students are encouraged to grow physically, socially, intellectually and emotionally to become valued members of the community and prepare them for their future.

Geography Location: Blarney (population: 2,500) Nearest large town: Cork Distance to Cork: 5 miles Public transport to Cork: 30 mins Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 885 pupils

Cork area

Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French and German Clubs and activities Activities which are offered include cookery, media club, film club, robotics, drama, debating, Young Scientist, fundraising, fundraising and joining the student council.

Sport SMGS has a strong sporting tradition. School sports include hurling, gaelic football, rugby, basketball, football, camogie, equestrian, futsal, athletics and golf.

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Accounting Agricultural Science Applied Maths Art Biology Business Chemistry Construction Studies Design & Communication Graphics Economics Engineering English French Geography German History Home Economics Irish Maths Metalwork Music Technical Graphics Woodwork Physics

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Coláiste Éamann Rís Co. Cork, Ireland

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Coláiste Éamann Rís, a progressive co-educational school, is located in the heart of the city of Cork. With a strong focus on supporting the local community, this school takes pride in challenging each student to fulfil their unique potential as both a student and as a human being.

Geography Location: Cork (population: 125,000) Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 466 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally

Cork area

Foreign languages French and Spanish Clubs and activities Activities and clubs available at this school include chess, robotics, board games, D&D, book club and coding.

Sport Coláiste Éamann Rís offers a wide range of sports, including hurling, gaelic football, soccer, rugby, basketball, badminton, tennis, orienteering, athletics and pitch-and-put golf.

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Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry Coding Construction Studies Design, Communication & Graphics Digital Media English French Geography History Home Economics Irish IT Maths Music Spanish Technical Graphics Woodwork Physics

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Presentation Secondary School Ballyphehane, Co. Cork, Ireland

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Presentation Secondary School in Ballyphehane places a focus on the strengths, abilities and talents of each individual student, so that everyone can achieve thir full potential. With a progressive culture and a positive learning environment, this school is an interactive and inclusive institution for students.

Geography Location: Cork (population: 125,000) Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 191 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally

Cork area

Foreign languages French Clubs and activities At Presentation Secondary School, students can take part in choir, school tours, drama productions, debating and public speaking , reading groups, musicals, fundraising and environmental activities.

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Applied Maths Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry Digital Media English French Geography History Home Economics Irish Maths Music Religious Education Woodwork Physical Education Physics

Sport Students can get involved in various sports including camogie, basketball, athletics, gaelic football, soccer and badminton.

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St. Peter’s Community School Co. Cork, Ireland

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Located just outside the vibrant city of Cork, St. Peter’s Community School is proud of its dynamic and caring ethos. The school environment fosters a locve of learning and promotes a wide range of educational opportunities, supporting its students to help them thrive in their future careers.

Geography Location: Passage West (population: 5,800) Nearest large town: Cork Distance to Cork: 10 km Public transport to Cork: 40 mins Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 349 pupils

Cork area

Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French Clubs and activities Students are encouraged to take part in extra-curricular activities, which include media club, eco club, chess, robotics, drama, music and trips.

Sport Sports on offer at St. Peter’s Community School include soccer, basketball, track and field athletics, gaelic football and orienteering.

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Accounting Applied Maths Architectural Technology Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry Design and Communication Graphics English Engineering Technology French Geography History Home Economics Irish Maths Metalwork Music Religious Education Technical Graphics Woodwork Physical Education Physics

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Presentation College Headford Co. Galway, Ireland

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Presentation College is located in the small town of Headford, to the north of Galway. The school is popular in the local area and has a friendly atmosphere, welcoming international students to the local community in County Galway.

Geography Location: Headford (population: 900) Nearest large town: Galway (population: 80,000) Distance to Galway: 18 miles Public transport to Galway: 1 hr

Headford

Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 805 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French, German and Spanish Clubs & activities Extra curricular activities include debating, robotics, public speaking, musical productions, chess club and book club.

Sport Presentation College offers athletics, basketball, camogie, gaelic football, hurling, soccer and rugby.

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Accounting Agricultural Science Applied Maths Applied Technology Art Business Studies Construction Studies Design and Communication Graphics Economics Engineering English French Geography German History Home Economics Irish Maths Music Wood Technology Religion Science Spanish

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Sancta Maria College Co. Mayo, Ireland

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Sancta Maria College was established in 1920 with just 20 pupils.

Today the school has expanded to accommocate over 400 pupils in modern and friendly surroundings in the community of Louisburgh, to the north of Galway.

Geography Location: Louisburgh (population: 430) Nearest large town: Castlebar (population: 12,000) Distance to Castlebar: 24 miles Public transport to Castlebar: 1½ hrs Type Co-ed (mixed)

Louisburgh

Size 517 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French and Spanish Clubs and activities A variety of extra-curricular activities are offered in order to give students a wide range of experiences.

Sport Students are encouraged to take part in a a variety of school sports and clubs, including rugby, athletics and badminton.

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Accounting Agricultural Science Applied Science Art Biology Building Construction Business Studies Chemistry Coding and Digital Literacy Drama English French Geography History Home Economics Irish Maths Music Physical Education Physics Religion Social Studies Spanish Woodwork Philosophy Technical Graphics

High Cross College, Tuam Co. Galway, Ireland

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High Cross College in Tuam is the area’s new and exciting amalgamated co-educational secondary school! Dedicated to the holistic development of each individual student, High Cross College prides itself on offering an inclusive and caring environment.

Geography Location: Tuam (population: 8,000) Nearest large town: Galway (population: 80,000) Distance to Galway: 20 miles Public transport to Galway: 1 hr Type Co-ed (mixed)

Tuam

Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French and German Clubs and activities High Cross College offers a range of clubs and activities, including school orchestra, choir and school musicals.

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Art Accounting Biology Business Studies Chemistry English Economics French Geography German History Home Economics Irish Maths Music Religion Physics Physical Education Technical Graphics

Sport Sports such as basketball, rubgy and hurling are on offer at this school, as well as much more!

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St. Jarlath’s College, Tuam Co. Galway, Ireland

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St. Jarlath’s College is a small but friendly college located in Tuam, to the north of Galway. Previously an all-boys school, St. Jarlath’s is now co-educational. The college has a broad curiculum and offers an extensive range of extra-curricular activities which contribute to student learning and school life.

Geography Location: Tuam (population: 8,000) Nearest large town: Galway (population: 80,000) Distance to Galway: 20 miles Public transport to Galway: 1 hr

Tuam

Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 630 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French and Spanish Clubs and activities Clubs and activities include the debating society, the Gaisce award, chess club and the school choir.

Sport Students are encouraged to take part in a a variety of school sports and clubs, including hurling, football, basketball, rugby, and golf.

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Accounting Agricultural Science Applied Maths Art Biology Business Chemistry Construction Studies Debating and Public Speaking English Environmental Studies French Geography History Home Economics Irish Journalism Law Maths Media Studies Music Spanish Theology Politics Physical Education Physics

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Coláiste Muire Tourmakeady Co. Mayo, Ireland

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Coláiste Muire in Tourmakeady is a small and friendly school which operates on the basis of the principle “treat others as we ourselves would like to be treated”. Students are encouraged to get involved in arts and sports alongside their academic development.

Geography Location: Tourmakeady (population: 1,000) Nearest large town: Castlebar (population: 12,000) Distance to Castlebar: 16 miles Public transport to Castlebar: 1 hr Type Co-ed (mixed)

Tourmakeady

Size 104 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally

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Agricultural Science Biology Business Studies Construction Studies English French Geography German Home Economics Irish Mathematics Physical Education Woodwork Technical Drawing Physical Education Religion

Foreign languages German and French Clubs and activities Many clubs and activities are available, including choir, debating, drama, the school musical, art competitions, fundraising and fashion shows.

Sport Sports available include gaelic football, athletics, basketball, soccer, dance, gymnastics, hockey and volleyball.

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St. Paul’s Secondary School Co. Galway, Ireland

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St. Paul’s is located in the town of Oughterard, close to Galway city.

Oughterard is a friendly town with much to offer, including a variety of sports clubs and a local community gym. St. Paul’s is committed to supporting all its students in a balanced and safe environment.

Geography Location: Oughterard (population: 1,300) Nearest large town: Galway (population: 80,000) Distance to Galway: 17 miles Public transport to Galway: 1 hr

Oughterard

Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 440 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French and German

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Accounting Agricultural Science Art, Craft and Design Biology Business Chemistry Construction Studies Design and Communication Graphics English French Geography German History Home Economics Irish Mathematics Physics Technical Drawing Religious Education

Clubs and activities Various clubs and activities are available, including the school musical, the Gaisce Award and school trips.

Sport Sports on offer include basketball, soccer, equestrian, golf, badminton and rugby.

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Coláiste Éinde Galway, Ireland

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Coláiste Éinde aims to create and maintain an atmosphere within the school in which each student can fulfil their potential. Students are encouraged to be respectful, caring and concerned about the needs of others, a sense of responsibility that is reflected in the school's code of behaviour.

Geography Location: Galway (population: 80,000) Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 805 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally

Galway

Foreign languages French, German and Spanish Clubs and activities Many clubs and activities are available, including debating, music club, choir, drama society, philosophy society, talent shows, concerts, baking club, community work and more.

Sport At this school, students can get involved in athletics, basketball, gaelic football, hurling, camogie, rugby, soccer, golf and volleyball.

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Accounting Agricultural Science Applied Maths Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry Computers Construction Studies Design and Communication Graphics Economic History Economics English French Geography German Graphics History Home Economics Irish Maths Music Physics Religious Education Spanish Visual Art Wood Technology Physical Education Technical Drawing

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Palmerstown Community School Dublin, Ireland

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Palmerstown Community School is a modern and well-equipped school close to the heart of Dublin, with a great range of facilities, academic options and enrichment activities! A caring and supporting environment focuses on providing a great all-round experience for their students.

Geography Location: Dublin (population: 1,200,000) Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 795 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally

Dublin area

Foreign languages French and German Clubs & activities At Palmerstown, students can get involved in music clubs, drama and pantomimes, as well as film, photography and art actvities.

Sport Sports on offer include athletics, soccer and basketball, among more!

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Accounting Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry Construction Studies Engineering English French Geography German History Home Economics Irish Materials Technology Maths Metalwork Music Physics Religious Education Physical Education Technical Drawing Technical Graphics

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St. Ciarán’s Community School Co Meath, Ireland

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St. Ciarán’s Community School is a popular local school with a strong sense of community. The school has excellent technology, IT, science and engineering facilities, and also offers a wide range of sports.

Geography Location: Kells, Co Meath (population: 4,000) Nearest large town: Dublin (population: 1,200,000) Distance to Dublin: 40 miles Public transport to Dublin: 1 ¼ hrs

Kells

Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 603 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French and German Clubs and activities St. Ciaran’s offers a range of enrichment activities, with students having the opportunity to travel abroad. Activities also include theatre trips and field trips.

Sport Sports is an important part of school life at St. Ciaran’s, and school teams compete in a large number of sports, including gaelic football, handball, soccer, basketball, athletics, golf, rugby and equestrian.

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Accounting Agricultural Science Applied Mathematics Art Biology Business Chemistry Construction Studies Economics Engineering English French Geography German History Home Economics ICT Irish Mathematics Materials Technology Physical Education Physics Religious Education Technical Drawing Technical Graphics

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Eureka Secondary School Co Meath, Ireland

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Eureka Secondary School is an all-girls Catholic school, which provides a high quality education in a Christian environment. The school also aims to provide a wide range of extra-curricular activities.

Geography Location: Kells, Co Meath (population: 4,000) Nearest large town: Dublin (population: 1,200,000) Distance to Dublin: 40 miles Public transport to Dublin: 1 ¼ hrs Type Girls

Kells

Size 725 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French, German, Italian and Spanish

Subjects offered: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Art Biology Business Chemistry English French Geography German Graphics History Home Economics Irish Italian Maths Music PE Physics Religion Spanish Technology

Clubs and activities Many activities are on offer, such as debating & public speaking, green schools, guest speakers, science festivals and more.

Sport School sports include athletics, badminton, basketball, gaelic football, equestrian, golf, soccer, swimming and tennis.

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Mullingar Community College Co. Westmeath, Ireland

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Mullingar Community College is located in Mullingar, the county town of Westmeath. This co-educational and multicultural college provides a safe and supportive environment to students from the local area.

Geography Location: Mullingar (population: 20,000) Nearest large town: Dublin (population: 1,200,000) Distance to Dublin: 50 miles Public transport to Dublin: 1 ½ hrs Type Co-ed (mixed)

Mullingar

Size 309 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally

Subjects offered: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Art Biology Business Chemistry English French German Geography History Home Economics Irish Materials Technology Maths Music Physical Education Technical Graphics Religion

Foreign languages French and German Clubs and activities A range of extra-curricular activities are available, including the choir, student trips and outdoor activities.

Sport Mullingar College offers a range of school sports, including soccer, rugby, basketball, athletics and gaelic football.

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Ardscoil Phadraig Co. Longford, Ireland

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Ardscoil Phadraig is located in the town of Granard, close to Longford and Cavan. The school aims to provide a high-quality learning environment with a diverse curriculum which caters for the needs of each individual student.

Geography Location: Granard (population: 1,400) Nearest large town: Dublin (population: 1,200,000) Distance to Dublin: 70 miles Public transport to Dublin: 3 hrs Type Co-ed (mixed)

Granard

Size 340 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French

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Agricultural Science Art Biology Business Construction Studies Design Communication Graphics Digital Media Engineering English French Geography Graphics Home Economics History Irish Mathematics Music Religion Physical Education Wood Technology

Clubs and activities This school offers various school trips and community engagement throughout the year.

Sport Sports include gymnastics, golf, badminton, basketball, climbing, athletics and more.

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Ballymahon Vocational School Co. Longford, Ireland

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Ballymahon Vocational School is a popular school in the friendly town of Ballymahon. The school offers plenty of opportunities for students who are interested in sports - including a successful school basketball team!

Geography Location: Ballymanon (population: 1,800) Nearest large town: Dublin (population: 1,200,000) Distance to Dublin: 70 miles Public transport to Dublin: 3 hrs Type Co-ed (mixed)

Ballymahon

Size 407 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French Clubs and activities Ballymahon Voational School offers activities such as the pantomime, the Green Schools project, local tours and involvement with the local community.

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Accounting Agricultural Science Art Biology Business Chemistry Construction Studies Design & Communication Graphics Engineering English French Geography History Home Economics Irish Maths Metalwork Music Religious Education Physics Technical Graphics Woodwork

Sport Sports available include gaelic football, soccer, basketball, badminton, hockey and more.

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Ardee Community School Co. Louth, Ireland

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Ardee is a small but rapidly growing town to the north of Dublin.

Ardee Community School is the town’s only secondary school. The school offers a wide range of subjects well as a range of sports and other activities.

Geography Location: Ardee (population: 5000) Nearest large town: Dublin (population: 1,200,000) Distance to Dublin: 45 miles Public transport to Dublin: 1 ½ hrs Type Co-ed (mixed)

Ardee

Size 1109 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French and German Clubs and activities Clubs available include choir, drama, fundraising, the President’s Award and debating society.

Sport At Ardee Community College, students can get involved with athletics, badminton, basketball, camogie, gaelic football, golf, gym, hurling, rugby, soccer, and volleyball.

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Accounting Art Biology Business Chemistry Construction Studies Economics English Engineering French Geography German Home Economics History Irish Mathematics Music Physical Education Religious Education Technical Drawing

St. Louis Secondary School Co. Louth, Ireland

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St. Louis is a successful all-girls school, located in Dundalk, to the north of Dublin. The school provides a caring atmosphere for girls, where seniors are encouraged to mentor younger students, alongside educational excellence, with a strong focus on STEM subjects.

Geography Location: Dundalk (population: 40,000) Nearest large town: Dublin (population:1,200,000) Distance to Dublin: 50 miles Public transport to Dublin: 1 ½ hrs

Dundalk

Type Girls Size 481 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French and Spanish Clubs and activities Activities include the Young Scientiest and Green Schools schemes, exhibitions, music groups, careers talks, art trips, beach clean-ups and more.

Sport Sports available at this school include basketball, gaelic football, rugby and more.

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Accounting Applied Technology Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry Economics English French Geography History Home Economics Irish Maths Music PE Physics Religious Education Spanish Technology Physical Education Visual Art

Virginia College Co Cavan, Ireland

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Virginia College was founded in 1962, and has grown rapidly over the years. The school boasts excellent facilities, including fullyequipped technology and engineering workshops, graphics and IT rooms, and excellent sports facilities.

Geography Location: Virginia (population: 4,000) Nearest large town: Dublin (population: 1,200,000) Distance to Dublin: 50 miles Public transport to Dublin: 2 hrs Type Co-ed (mixed)

Virginia

Size 773 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French and Spanish Clubs and activities Virginia College offers a range of enrichment activities, such as the choir and the school musical.

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Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry Coding Construction Studies Engineering English French Geography History Home Economics Irish Metalwork Maths Music Physics Physiical Education Religion Spanish Technology Technical Graphics

Sport The school has a well equipped sports hall, including handball courts and a fully equipped gym. Sport options include gaelic football, soccer, handball, athletics and basketball.

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St. Clare’s College Co Cavan, Ireland

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St. Clare’s College is a Catholic secondary school, catering for over 600 pupils in Ballyjamesduff. The school is committed to offering a high quality education, and also has a long tradition of extracurricular, sporting, cultural and charitable activities.

Geography Location: Ballyjamesduff (population: 2,500) Nearest large town: Dublin (population: 1,200,000) Distance to Dublin: 60 miles Public transport to Dublin: 3 hours Type Co-ed (mixed)

Ballyjamesduff

Size 614 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French

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Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry Computer Skills Construction Studies Design & Communication Graphics Engineering English French Geography Graphics History Home Economics Irish Maths Music Physical Education Religious Education Wood Technology

Clubs and activities Clubs and activities on offer include the art, craft and design, clubs dance groups, debating societies and drama clubs.

Sport Sporting activities include gaelic football, camogie, handball, rugby, athletics, basketball, soccer, golf, badminton, volleyball, table tennis and hurling.

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St. Bricin’s College Co Cavan, Ireland

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St. Bricin’s College, located in County Cavan, is home to a wide variety of excellent facilities and is proud of its high teaching standards. The school community is a safe and positive environment, following the belief that every child matters.

Standards are high at this co-educational school.

Geography Location: Belturbet (population: 1,300) Nearest large town: Dublin (population: 1,200,000) Distance to Dublin: 80 miles Public transport to Dublin: 3 hours

Belturbet

Type Co-ed (mixed) Size 184 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French Clubs and activities At St. Bricin’s College, students can take part in clubs such as chess, baking, drama, walking, art, reading and D&D.

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Agricultural Science Art Biology Business Studies Chemistry Construction Studies Design & Communication Graphics Engineering English French Geography Graphics History Home Economics Irish Maths Metalwork Music Physical Education Religious Education Technical Graphics Visual Art Wood Technology

Sport Sports on offer include basketball, gaelic football and more!

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St. Louis Secondary School Co Monaghan, Ireland

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St. Louis Secondary School is a progressive school with a strong tradition of high academic achievement. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum, as well as extra-curricular activities, and students are encouraged to take part in sports as part of a healthy lifestyle.

Geography Location: Monaghan (population: 8,000) Nearest large town: Dublin (population: 1,200,000) Distance to Dublin: 82 miles Public transport to Dublin: 2 ½ hrs

Monaghan

Type Girls Size 520 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French, German and Spanish Clubs and activities Extra-curricular activities include photography, quiz clubs, book and gardening clubs, debating, maths, robotics, Young Scientist and more!

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Accounting Agricultural Science Art Biology Business Chemistry Digital Media Studies English French Geography German History Home Economics ICT Irish Maths Music Physics Physical Education Religion Spanish Technology

Sport There are many sports availble at St. Louis, including football, camogie, soccer, volleyball, gymnastics, swimming, yoga, equestrian, badminton, futsal, dance and much more.

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St. Macartan’s College Co Monaghan, Ireland

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St. Macartan’s College is a multidenominational secondary school which caters for approximately 600 pupils in the Monaghan area.

The school provides a wide range of academic subjects and other activities under the tutelage of the experienced staff.

Geography Location: Monaghan (population: 8,000) Nearest large town: Dublin (population: 1,200,000) Distance to Dublin: 82 miles Public transport to Dublin: 2 ½ hrs

Monaghan

Type Boys Size 603 pupils Dress code All students are expected to wear the school uniform, which can be purchased locally Foreign languages French, German and Lithuanian Clubs and activities Clubs and activities available at this school include choir, music and debating society.

Sport Students can choose from soccer, hurling, handball, basketball, gaelic football, rugby and golf.

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Accounting Agricultural Science Applied Mathematics Art, Craft & Design Biology Business Studies Chemistry Computer Science Construction Studies Design & Communication Graphics Economics English French Geography German History ICT and Coding Irish Lithuanian Mathematics Music Physical Education Physics Religion Technology

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Application deadline: 1st May Depending on availability.

Each school will have a limited number of places available. Early application is advisable.

Application Criteria Applicants must be aged 15 to 18 at the start of the Irish academic year.

Applicants must have strong academic ability: A grade results are expected, with the odd B being acceptable.

All applicants must also have a high level of English and demonstrate good health, mentally as well as physically.

For full application criteria please refer to the partner manual.

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