Ennis Community College
Ennis, Clare
Key facts
- DEIS
- Some Irish-medium
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 614 about the same size as the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 238 girls, 376 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- Some pupils taught all subjects through Irish
- Roll number
- 70830N the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Ennis Community College, situated on the Harmony Row Campus in Ennis, County Clare, provides a comprehensive secondary education for students aged 12‑19. The college operates alongside Ennis College of Further Education and Gaelcholáiste an Chláir, creating a vibrant, multi‑disciplinary learning environment. The school delivers the full Junior Cycle, Transition Year, and Leaving Certificate programmes, including the Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) and Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA), allowing pupils to tailor their studies to academic or vocational pathways. The college places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing and holistic development. A dedicated Student Hub offers resources and support services, while a wide range of extra‑curricular activities, from sports and music to debating and community projects, encourage personal growth beyond the classroom. Modern facilities, including specialised laboratories, ICT suites and collaborative learning spaces, underpin a forward‑looking educational approach that blends traditional teaching with innovative digital tools. Ennis Community College is committed to fostering an inclusive ethos, underpinned by clear patronage and child‑protection policies. The school’s governance structure, overseen by a Board of Management, ensures transparent decision‑making and continuous improvement, positioning the college as a centre of academic excellence and community engagement in the region.
Applying to Ennis Community 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 Ennis Community 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 Ennis Community College
How many pupils attend Ennis Community College?
Ennis Community College has 614 pupils enrolled, 238 girls and 376 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Ennis Community College a DEIS school?
Yes. Ennis Community 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.
Does Ennis Community College teach through Irish?
Partly. Ennis Community College teaches some subjects through Irish.