Coláiste Nano Nagle
Limerick
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 365 smaller than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 64250J the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Coláiste Nano Nagle is a voluntary Catholic secondary school for girls situated on Sexton Street in the heart of Limerick city. As a CEIST‑affiliated institution founded in the tradition of the Presentation Sisters, the school places a strong emphasis on spiritual and human development alongside academic achievement. The ethos centres on respect for every person, fostering a sense of justice, responsibility and community within a supportive learning environment. The curriculum offers a broad range of subjects across the Junior Cycle, Transition Year, Senior Cycle and Leaving Certificate Applied programmes, allowing students to pursue their interests and develop a well‑rounded skill set. Modern facilities include dedicated classrooms, specialist laboratories, a laptop initiative for digital learning, and dedicated spaces for extracurricular activities such as the Homework Club, Jigsaw One Good School programme and supervised study. Comprehensive student supports – including wellbeing resources, online learning tools and guidance services – ensure that each learner receives personalised assistance to reach their full potential.
History
The school was officially established as a secondary school in 1955 by the Presentation Sisters, although its roots extend further back in the history of Catholic education in Limerick. Since its foundation, Coláiste Nano Nagle has been recognised for flexibility and curricular innovation, introducing programmes such as Community Based Learning, the Senior Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied and a laptop initiative to cater for diverse learning styles. The school continues to adopt a person‑centred approach, striving to enable every student to achieve their highest potential.
Applying to Coláiste Nano Nagle
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 Nano Nagle. 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 Nano Nagle
How many pupils attend Coláiste Nano Nagle?
Coláiste Nano Nagle has 365 pupils enrolled. That makes it smaller than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Coláiste Nano Nagle a DEIS school?
Yes. Coláiste Nano Nagle 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 Nano Nagle?
Coláiste Nano Nagle has a Catholic ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.