Coláiste Chríost Rí
Turners Cross,, Cork
Key facts
- Some Irish-medium
- Boys
- Pupils enrolled
- 502 smaller than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- Some pupils taught some subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 62560O the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Coláiste Chríost Rí is a voluntary secondary school in Cork that blends a Christian ethos with a strong Gaelic cultural tradition. The school’s vision is to foster full participation in all aspects of school life, encouraging the balanced development of each pupil through a curriculum that balances academic rigour with personal growth. Emphasis is placed on Gospel values, respect for personal dignity and a sense of belonging, creating an inclusive community where diversity and equality are central. The college offers a broad range of subjects and a vibrant extracurricular programme, including competitive hurling, football, athletics and other sports, as well as cultural activities such as French language competitions. Facilities support both academic and sporting pursuits, enabling students to prepare for further education and the workplace while developing teamwork, leadership and creative skills. Strong partnerships with parents and the local community underpin the school’s commitment to continuous improvement and to providing a nurturing environment for young minds.
Applying to Coláiste Chríost Rí
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 Chríost Rí. 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 Chríost Rí
How many pupils attend Coláiste Chríost Rí?
Coláiste Chríost Rí has 502 pupils enrolled. That makes it smaller than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Coláiste Chríost Rí a DEIS school?
No. Coláiste Chríost Rí is not part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme of additional supports for schools serving communities at risk of educational disadvantage. Not holding DEIS status says nothing about how good a school is, only about the profile of the community it serves.
Does Coláiste Chríost Rí teach through Irish?
Partly. Coláiste Chríost Rí teaches some subjects through Irish.