Coláiste Iascaigh
Sligo
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 267 smaller than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 107 girls, 160 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 72320A the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Coláiste Iascaigh is a co‑educational, multi‑denominational second‑level school situated in Bunowna, Easkey, County Sligo. Operating under the patronage of the Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board, the school places the student at the centre of teaching and learning, fostering a caring and nurturing ethos that promotes academic, moral and social development. A low pupil‑to‑teacher ratio ensures personalised attention in small classes, allowing learners to thrive both academically and personally. The campus is modern and well‑equipped, featuring a recent 2020 extension that added a state‑of‑the‑art science laboratory and additional classrooms to accommodate growing enrolment. Two dedicated ICT rooms and a fleet of laptop trolleys support the integration of information and communication technology across all subjects, including the exclusive offering of Engineering at senior cycle. A strong pastoral care team, comprehensive wellbeing programmes, and a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sport, music and project‑based learning, provide a holistic environment where students can develop their talents and confidence. Academic achievement is a hallmark of the school, with a proven record of high performance in state examinations and a significant proportion of graduates progressing to third‑level institutions such as Queen’s University Belfast, the University of Limerick, NUI Galway, NUI Maynooth and various Institutes of Technology.
History
Coláiste Iascaigh was established in 1948, delivering a broad spectrum of educational opportunities to the local community. In 2020 the school expanded its facilities with a new extension that includes a modern science laboratory and additional classrooms, reflecting its commitment to accommodate increased enrolment and enhance learning resources.
Applying to Coláiste Iascaigh
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 Iascaigh. 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 Iascaigh
How many pupils attend Coláiste Iascaigh?
Coláiste Iascaigh has 267 pupils enrolled, 107 girls and 160 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Coláiste Iascaigh a DEIS school?
Yes. Coláiste Iascaigh 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 Iascaigh?
Coláiste Iascaigh has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.