St Colman's Community College
Midleton, Cork
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 1,171 larger than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 500 girls, 671 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 71050P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
St Colman’s Community College is a co‑educational, multi‑denominational second‑level institution serving Midleton and the surrounding community. The college delivers a broad, inclusive curriculum that balances academic and practical subjects, allowing junior and senior students to select from a wide range of options that cater to diverse interests and future pathways. A dedicated and highly motivated staff foster a caring, nurturing environment where every learner is respected, valued and supported to reach their full potential. The school places a strong emphasis on extra‑curricular provision, offering an extensive programme of activities that complement classroom learning and promote personal development. Recent investment through the Irish National Recovery and Resilience Plan has enabled the college to address the digital divide, providing shared ICT devices, mobile learning solutions and one‑to‑one support for learners at risk of educational disadvantage. These initiatives enhance digital literacy and ensure equitable access to modern learning resources across the student body.
Applying to St Colman's 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 St Colman's 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 St Colman's Community College
How many pupils attend St Colman's Community College?
St Colman's Community College has 1,171 pupils enrolled, 500 girls and 671 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is St Colman's Community College a DEIS school?
Yes. St Colman's 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 St Colman's Community College?
St Colman's Community College has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.