Comeragh College
Carrick-On-Suir, Tipperary
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 613 about the same size as the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 247 girls, 366 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 72400V the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
About
Comeragh College is a co‑educational post‑primary school that delivers a “quality education for life” within an innovative, responsive and caring learning environment. The college promotes academic excellence while fostering a strong sense of belonging, encouraging students to engage fully in both curricular and co‑curricular activities. A whole‑school approach to mental health and wellbeing is embedded through the One Good School™ programme, reinforcing the college’s commitment to the holistic development of its learners. The campus, situated on a 16‑acre site in Tinvane, County Tipperary, provides a range of 21st‑century facilities. A 600 sq metre sports hall and five external ball courts support a vibrant programme of physical education and extra‑curricular sport. Modern classrooms, specialist learning spaces and robust IT infrastructure underpin the delivery of the Junior Cycle, Senior Cycle and Transition Year curricula. The college also offers a broad spectrum of extra‑curricular clubs and programmes, enabling students to develop leadership, creative, and social skills beyond the classroom.
History
Construction of the current €13 million campus began on 5 January 2015 and was completed on 14 March 2016. On 4 April 2016 the school moved into its new facilities, marking a significant milestone in its development. The campus, set on a 16‑acre site, includes a 600 sq metre sports hall and five external ball courts, reflecting the college’s commitment to providing comprehensive academic, sporting, social, leadership and spiritual resources. The institution has been a central part of community life in Carrick‑on‑Suir for almost 90 years.
Applying to Comeragh College
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 Comeragh College. 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 Comeragh College
How many pupils attend Comeragh College?
Comeragh College has 613 pupils enrolled, 247 girls and 366 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Comeragh College a DEIS school?
Yes. Comeragh College 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 Comeragh College?
Comeragh College has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.