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Boarding School in Dublin, Ireland
St Columba's College:
St. Columba’s College is one of Ireland’s leading secondary schools and is particularly specialised in the provision of a high-quality boarding education for its pupils. Founded in 1843, and combining the best of traditional and modern architecture, the College occupies nearly 150 acres in the foothills of the Dublin mountains, overlooking Dublin Bay. Although the grounds have a rural ‘feel’, the College is only seven miles from the city centre and 30 minutes from the airport and principal rail and bus stations.
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As part of the full boarding experience, we expect all pupils to take part in a structured programme of regular sporting activities and exercise. While the demands on boys and girls approaching their Leaving Certificate may mean that their commitment to sport gradually diminishes, all pupils in the school can benefit from the wide range of team and individual sports. We are particularly strong in our conviction that children, and the school community at large, gain in many ways from taking part in team activities.
We are lucky to have ample space on our 140-acre campus for sports, and some of the best facilities of any school in Ireland. A superbly equipped Sports Centre opened in 1998, by the entrance drive. The large main hall is used for a variety of activities, including basketball, badminton, volleyball, indoor football and hockey, and winter cricket nets. Downstairs there is an aerobics room and changing rooms, and upstairs a fully-equipped fitness room. Elsewhere on the grounds are two astroturf hockey pitches (one floodlit), spacious rugby and cricket pitches, five outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor swimming pool, fine cross-country mountain runs, and the College’s own highly-regarded golf course.
All sports are run by senior members of the teaching staff, assisted by other teachers and also a range of professional coaches drawn from Dublin’s considerable sporting resources. Most sports are represented by College teams in Leinster provincial competitions, the main focus being on hockey, rugby and cross-country in the winter, and cricket and athletics in the summer.
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Alexandra College
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Alexandra College in Dublin, Ireland, was founded in 1866 and has a long and distinguished history in the field of education for women. The College is under Church of Ireland management and the Archbishop of Dublin acts as Chairman of the Council, which is the governing body. The staff and student body comprises many nationalities and religious traditions which combine to give the College its unique ethos. We are proud of the educational opportunities and community spirit of Alexandra College and are eager to share it with you. We would be delighted to welcome you to the College to see it for yourselves.
Secondary School Curriculum, Transition Year Programme
Rochester Independent College
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Situated in Kent, just 35 minutes south-east of London, Rochester Independent College (RIC) is an alternative to conventional secondary education, and provides day programs (ages 11+) and boarding programs (ages 16+) to students from the U.K. and international students. About 65 of the College's 280 students are boarders.The College has an atmosphere closer to university than school. We offer students the opportunity to thrive in an atmosphere of managed independence that acts as a stepping stone between school and university.
At RIC, there is no uniform, no bells ring and everybody is on first name terms. Students are encouraged to be themselves and achieve exam results that often exceed their expectations.
“My wife and I left RIC after our visit convinced it was the right move for our daughter. In fact, it’s the kind of school we both would have loved to have gone to ourselves.”
- Parent Testimonial
Alternative Secondary School Education:
- Day students ages 11+
- Boarding Students ages 16+ (GCSE Year 11 and Sixth Form students)
Academic Courses include:
- One or two-year A-level courses in Sixth Form
- One-year and two-year GCSE courses
- Retake programs – GCSE and A level
- Medical, Dental and Vet Science Programs
- Film and Media Studies
- Visual and Creative Art courses
- English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
- Day students ages 11+
- Boarding Students ages 16+ (GCSE Year 11 and Sixth Form students)
Academic Courses include:
- One or two-year A-level courses in Sixth Form
- One-year and two-year GCSE courses
- Retake programs – GCSE and A level
- Medical, Dental and Vet Science Programs
- Film and Media Studies
- Visual and Creative Art courses
- English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
Rathdown School for Girls, Dublin
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Rathdown School is a private day and boarding girls' school located in Glenageary in south county Dublin, on the east coast of Ireland. We provide 5-day and 7-day boarding for 12-18 year olds in our senior school.Founded in 1973, Rathdown was built on the proud traditions of four original schools: The Hall School, Hillcourt School, Park House School and Glengara Park School.
Rathdown currently has around 600 girls enrolled - 400 in the Senior School and 200 in the Junior School. Class sizes rarely exceed 25, so it is possible to give individual attention and to develop the special abilities and interests of each student.
The school enjoys a superb location and setting. The 16 acre site is set back from the road on a hill overlooking the sea and with inland views of the Wicklow mountains.
Being a boarding school and welcoming students of all nationalities, helps to promote an awareness of cultural diversity in our community where mutual understanding and respect prevail.
Parent Testimonial:
"She has enjoyed herself immensely and at the same time progressed academically. It has been a great experience. It has been great at all levels."
- Ruth Cosgrove (Second Year Parent) – Ireland / Spain
5 & 7-day Boarding for Girls ages 12-18:
- Irish and international students
- Our senior school offers Junior Certificate and Leaving Certificate Programs.
- We are committed to providing an education of the highest standard, so that our students develop the skills and character to do well in State Examinations and more importantly, become life-long learners.
- An extensive range of pastoral, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities are provided.
- Irish and international students
- Our senior school offers Junior Certificate and Leaving Certificate Programs.
- We are committed to providing an education of the highest standard, so that our students develop the skills and character to do well in State Examinations and more importantly, become life-long learners.
- An extensive range of pastoral, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities are provided.
Greenfields Independent Day & Boarding School
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Greenfields Independent Day & Boarding School is an ISA-approved private school in East Sussex in south-east England. Conveniently located just 30 miles from London and 30 miles from Brighton, we have a fully licensed and accredited Montessori based Kindergarten, Elementary and Middle School (K-8) and 6th Form. Boarders are accepted from the age of 10, and day students from the age of 2.At Greenfields, we utilise proven study methods (Study Technology) and a strong moral code (The Way to Happiness) ensuring happy students, no bullying, no drugs and successful graduates. Students an all-round education for life, including National Curriculum and English Language (EFL) unit with excellent academic results. With a high staff-student ratio, students are guaranteed individual all-round service.
Greenfields believes that the purpose of education is to enable and empower individuals to gain far greater affinity with the world around them through a love of knowledge in its various forms. Learning is interwoven with living. A full and rich understanding of the various subjects and aspects of life should be part of any healthy education.
Day & Boarding School Programmes for Boys & Girls ages 2-18:
- Lower School (up to 11 years old)
- Lower Senior School (11 to 14 years old)
- Upper Senior School (14 to 18 years old)
- Sixth Form College (16 to 18 years old)
- A Level Programmes
- English as a Foreign Language
- Summer School for junior and senior students
- Standard National Curriculum subjects
- Lower School (up to 11 years old)
- Lower Senior School (11 to 14 years old)
- Upper Senior School (14 to 18 years old)
- Sixth Form College (16 to 18 years old)
- A Level Programmes
- English as a Foreign Language
- Summer School for junior and senior students
- Standard National Curriculum subjects
Newtown School, Waterford
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Newtown School is located in Waterford City in the south east of Ireland. It was founded in 1798 by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). The ideals of its founders still inspire the School which today educates boys and girls for life in the 21st century. Newtown School welcomes boarding and day students of all religious persuasions, and appreciates the contribution of all denominations to the school community. Our desire is to foster a sense of caring for others and to communicate a set of values which reflects a balance between the material and the spiritual. In keeping with the Quaker tradition every individual is of value and has something to contribute. The School promotes these ideals and, while rules are kept to a minimum, high standards of behaviour are expected. Students are encouraged in a supportive and caring environment to fulfill these expectations.
Boarding Programme; Day Programme; Junior Cycle Programme (a three year course leading to the Junior Certificate examination); Transition Year Programme (a one-year programme taken before embarking on the two-year Leaving Certificate programme); Senior Cycle Programme (a two year programme to Leaving Certificate examination); Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (L.C.V.P.); Personal Development Programme; Sports Programme; Extra Curricular Activities Programme.
Wesley College, Dublin
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Wesley College is a co-educational, day and boarding school with over 880 students. Founded in 1845 for the Methodist Community in Ireland, Wesley College combines all of the best traditions of the past with modern, state of the art facilities. While priority is given to students from the main Protestant denominations, the College prides itself on its inclusive community spirit and welcomes students of all faiths. Wesley College is committed to academic excellence. Students are offered a wide curriculum and taught by a professional and dedicated staff. We also offer a range of extra-curricular and sporting activities in the belief that these assist a sound general education and contribute to the whole person. The College boasts outstanding facilities on a large site at the foot of the Dublin mountains, providing the ideal environment for students in our care.
The curriculum comprises the following components: Preparatory Class (Equivalent to sixth standard in the primary school), Junior Cycle Programme (a three year course leading to the Junior Certificate examination), Senior Cycle Programme (Form IV - Transition Year: a one-year programme removed from the pressures of State examinations), Leaving Certificate Course: a two-year course leading to the Leaving Certificate examination).