Coláiste De Lacy
Killegland, Meath
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 929 larger than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 455 girls, 474 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 76196W the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Coláiste De Lacy is a co‑educational post‑primary school situated on the Ashbourne Education Campus in Killegland, County Meath. Since opening its doors to the first cohort of students in August 2014, the school has embraced a modern, innovative approach to teaching and learning, placing a strong emphasis on “learning to learn” and the development of students’ learning power. The curriculum is designed to provide a high‑quality educational experience that nurtures academic achievement while also fostering personal growth, responsibility and leadership among all members of the school community. The school environment is described as caring, positive, respectful and cooperative, with a clear commitment to creating a supportive atmosphere for every pupil. Irish language is promoted throughout the campus, reflecting a dedication to cultural heritage and bilingual communication. Facilities include dedicated spaces for whole‑school guidance, a virtual tour platform, and a range of digital resources such as an iPad Managed service, ensuring that students have access to contemporary learning tools that enhance both classroom and independent study.
History
Coláiste De Lacy is a brand‑new co‑educational post‑primary school located in Ashbourne, Co. Meath. It welcomed its first cohort of students in August 2014 and has since been committed to achieving the highest standards through a modern, innovative approach to education.
Applying to Coláiste De Lacy
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 De Lacy. 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 De Lacy
How many pupils attend Coláiste De Lacy?
Coláiste De Lacy has 929 pupils enrolled, 455 girls and 474 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Coláiste De Lacy a DEIS school?
No. Coláiste De Lacy 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.
What is the ethos of Coláiste De Lacy?
Coláiste De Lacy has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.