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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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Whitechurch
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Dublin
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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.
Wellington School, Somerset
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Wellington School, located in Wellington, Somerset (140 miles west of London), is a co-educational independent day school for Nursery, Junior, Senior and Sixth Form pupils which also offers boarding facilities for students from the age of 10 upwards. Starting at the age of three, Wellington Junior School offers the widest range of academic, creative, social and sporting opportunities in these crucial formative years. Wellington Senior School follows with outstanding, all round education for day pupils and boarders, right up to age 18. In fee levels and A/B grades at A level, Wellington ranks in the top 10 schools nationally for value for money.
Dedicated House Staff and a personal tutor for each pupil oversee every aspect of a student’s welfare and academic progress and, as in all good partnerships, high standards of courtesy and mutual respect are expected and encouraged. Students register in house groups and attend house meetings, chapels and assemblies together to create a strong sense of belonging.
Co-educational Day & Boarding School Programmes:
- Day Programmes (ages 3-18)
- Boarding Programmes (ages 10+)
- Early Childhood Education (including Nursery & Pre-Prep)
- Junior School
- Senior School
- Sixth Form (including AS, A2 & A-levels)
- Day Programmes (ages 3-18)
- Boarding Programmes (ages 10+)
- Early Childhood Education (including Nursery & Pre-Prep)
- Junior School
- Senior School
- Sixth Form (including AS, A2 & A-levels)
Headfort School
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A non-denominational day and boarding private school in Co. Meath Ireland for boys and girls aged 4-13, Headfort is situated in stunning parkland just outside the ancient town of Kells (in the eastern region of Ireland, close to Dublin). We provide an outstanding all-round education centered on individuality and academic excellence.
Children may board from 3rd Form and this encourages an internationally diverse student body with pupils from Spain, France, Mexico, Germany, Russia and many other countries regularly joining for one or several terms. Flexi (maximum 2 nights a week) and ‘ sleep-overs’ for day pupils are welcomed.
Students are regularly prepared for entry and scholarships to leading secondary schools in the locality and around Ireland and the UK.
Primary Education Programmes:
The Irish Curriculum and Common Entrance Curriculum
- JUNIOR INFANTS – 2ND FORM
- 3RD FORM – 6TH FORM
Boarding available for children from 9 years - 13 years.
The Irish Curriculum and Common Entrance Curriculum
- JUNIOR INFANTS – 2ND FORM
- 3RD FORM – 6TH FORM
Boarding available for children from 9 years - 13 years.
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
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).
Queen Ethelburga's College
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Located in York in the north-east of England, Queen Ethelburga's College is a private day & boarding school for boys & girls of all ages, from Kindergarten all the way up to A-level. Queen Ethelburga's welcomes boarding pupils ages 5 to 18. Our Collegiate comprises four schools and a kindergarten, each with its own unique qualities, but all sharing a common purpose of providing students with a first class education and the opportunity to work towards higher education and a successful career.No matter whether a child joins our boarding community in the Prep School or in the Sixth Form; whether they choose to stay with us all week, all term, or occasionally, there will be a warm welcome in one of our boarding houses.
The number of girls or boys to a room varies - normally from 4 down to 1 or 2 (dependent on age and availability). Queen Ethelburga's has it all - excellent academic results, a great deal of fun and excitement out of school hours, a huge number of things to do with loads of equipment and facilities.
There are strong academic standards across the Foundation, and students are encouraged to have high expectations for their achievement and career prospects.
The Queen's Kindergarten:
- Children from 3-months to 3-years of age
Chapter House Preparatory School:
- Students ages 3-10
King's Magna Middle School:
- Students ages 10-14
Queen Ethelburga's College:
- Students ages 14-19
- Traditional curriculum of GCSEs and A Levels
The Faculty of Queen Ethelburga's
- Students ages 14-19
- Offering a wider, career-based curriculum
- Children from 3-months to 3-years of age
Chapter House Preparatory School:
- Students ages 3-10
King's Magna Middle School:
- Students ages 10-14
Queen Ethelburga's College:
- Students ages 14-19
- Traditional curriculum of GCSEs and A Levels
The Faculty of Queen Ethelburga's
- Students ages 14-19
- Offering a wider, career-based curriculum