Mullingar Community College
Mullingar, Westmeath
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 367 smaller than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 151 girls, 216 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 71450I the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Mullingar Community College is a multi‑denominational, co‑educational post‑primary school situated on Millmount Road, Bellview, Mullingar, County Westmeath. As part of the Longford and Westmeath Education and Training Board (LWETB), the college delivers a student‑centred curriculum that balances academic rigour with a broad range of extracurricular opportunities. Learners can follow the Junior Certificate, Junior Cert School Programme (JCSP), Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) and optional Transition Year, ensuring pathways that cater to both academic and vocational aspirations. The college places a strong emphasis on inclusive education, providing dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) support, pastoral care structures, and a vibrant student council to foster leadership and wellbeing. State‑of‑the‑art ICT infrastructure and modern learning spaces underpin a dynamic teaching environment, while facilities such as a well‑equipped sports hall, science laboratories, and creative arts studios enable a holistic development of talents in sport, arts, debating and beyond. Breakfast clubs and other student support services further enhance the nurturing atmosphere, helping each learner achieve their full potential. Rooted in the LWETB’s mission to deliver high‑quality, innovative education, Mullingar Community College collaborates closely with parents, local businesses and community partners. This partnership approach enriches the curriculum with real‑world experiences, prepares students for further education and employment, and strengthens the college’s role as a cornerstone of the Mullingar community.
Applying to Mullingar 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 Mullingar 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 Mullingar Community College
How many pupils attend Mullingar Community College?
Mullingar Community College has 367 pupils enrolled, 151 girls and 216 boys. That makes it smaller than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Mullingar Community College a DEIS school?
Yes. Mullingar 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.
What is the ethos of Mullingar Community College?
Mullingar Community College has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.