Coláiste Clavin
Longwood, Meath
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 519 smaller than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 230 girls, 289 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 71970L the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Coláiste Clavin is a co‑educational post‑primary school situated in the village of Longwood, County Meath. It offers a vibrant, progressive learning community where quality teaching takes place in a safe, stimulating and supportive environment. The school’s curriculum is designed to promote the intellectual, moral, physical, emotional and spiritual development of each pupil, with a strong emphasis on innovation, academic excellence and vocational pathways. Teachers work closely with students, allowing personalised learning plans that cater to individual needs and aspirations. Since moving to a newly‑developed campus in 2017, the college benefits from state‑of‑the‑art facilities that support both classroom learning and a wide range of extracurricular activities. The campus provides modern classrooms, specialised labs, and dedicated spaces for sport, arts and technology, fostering a holistic education. Core values of equality, respect, community, care and excellence underpin everyday life, creating an inclusive atmosphere where every student feels valued and encouraged to become an independent thinker, confident communicator and compassionate citizen.
History
The most recent transformative chapter for Coláiste Clavin occurred in 2017 when the school transitioned to a newly developed campus. This move introduced state‑of‑the‑art facilities that have expanded opportunities for both teaching and learning, reinforcing the school’s long‑standing tradition of providing quality education and care to the Longwood community and surrounding areas.
Applying to Coláiste Clavin
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
View Coláiste Clavin's own calendar (2026/2027 school year)
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide post-primary school dates apply broadly to Coláiste Clavin. The school publishes its own calendar, linked above, and that is the authoritative source for its reopening date and discretionary closure days.
- 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 Clavin
How many pupils attend Coláiste Clavin?
Coláiste Clavin has 519 pupils enrolled, 230 girls and 289 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Coláiste Clavin a DEIS school?
Yes. Coláiste Clavin 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.
What is the ethos of Coláiste Clavin?
Coláiste Clavin has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.