Coláiste Chú Chulainn
Dundalk, Louth
Key facts
- DEIS
- Some Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 885 larger than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 354 girls, 531 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- Some pupils taught all subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 76195U the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Coláiste Chú Chulainn is a newly established post‑primary school in Dundalk, operating under the patronage of the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board. Designed to accommodate up to 1,000 pupils on a ten‑acre campus at the Marshes, the school presents a contemporary, high‑tech learning environment that blends spacious, well‑resourced classrooms with modern sporting and extracurricular facilities. Its architectural design emphasises comfort and flexibility, supporting a curriculum that integrates the latest educational technologies and promotes innovative teaching practices. The school positions itself as a centre of excellence, championing a culture of innovation, the pursuit of excellence and a strong commitment to the local community. By offering a broad, modern curriculum, Coláiste Chú Chulainn aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills and confidence required for further education, employment and active citizenship. The institution’s affiliation with the regional education board ensures access to extensive support services and a collaborative network that enhances both academic and personal development.
Applying to Coláiste Chú Chulainn
For a September 2027 place, a school's formal admissions process cannot begin before 1 October 2026. The school sets its own opening and closing dates in its annual admission notice.
National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide post-primary school dates apply broadly to Coláiste Chú Chulainn. Individual schools set their own discretionary closure days, confirm exact dates with the school.
- October Mid-Term Break: Mon 26 Oct – Fri 30 Oct 2026
- Christmas Holidays: Wed 23 Dec 2026 – Tue 5 Jan 2027
- February Mid-Term Break: Mon 15 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027 (primary schools: Thu 18 Feb – Fri 19 Feb 2027)
- Easter Holidays: Mon 22 Mar – Sun 4 Apr 2027
Primary schools close for the last two days of the February mid-term week and may use discretionary days to take the full week, so their break can be shorter than post-primary schools'.
Frequently asked questions about Coláiste Chú Chulainn
How many pupils attend Coláiste Chú Chulainn?
Coláiste Chú Chulainn has 885 pupils enrolled, 354 girls and 531 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Coláiste Chú Chulainn a DEIS school?
Yes. Coláiste Chú Chulainn is part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme called Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools. DEIS schools serve communities at risk of educational disadvantage and receive additional supports, which can include smaller classes, extra teaching posts and funding for books and meals.
Does Coláiste Chú Chulainn teach through Irish?
Partly. Coláiste Chú Chulainn teaches some subjects through Irish.