Thomond Community College
Moylish, Limerick
Key facts
- DEIS
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 597 about the same size as the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 308 girls, 289 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 76414G the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Thomond Community College is a multi‑denominational, co‑educational post‑primary institution situated in Moylish Park, Limerick. Established in September 2016 under the trusteeship of the Limerick and Clare Education & Training Board, the college was created through the amalgamation of the historic Salesian Secondary School (founded 1955) and St Nessan’s Community College (founded 1978). The school’s ethos centres on an inclusive, collaborative learning environment that celebrates diversity, encourages personal growth and prepares students for the evolving demands of both Irish and global economies. The curriculum is designed in partnership with local third‑level institutions and national and international businesses, ensuring that academic programmes are aligned with emerging industry skills and future‑focused career pathways. A broad range of extra‑curricular activities, including craft clubs, sports trips, and wellbeing workshops, complement the academic offering, fostering well‑rounded development. Thomond Community College provides modern facilities to support this vision, with dedicated spaces for science, technology, arts, and sport, as well as a library and specialised learning resources. These environments are intended to nurture curiosity, creativity and critical thinking, enabling each student to achieve their full potential within a supportive and joyful school community.
History
Thomond Community College opened in September 2016 as a new, multi‑denominational, co‑educational school under the Limerick and Clare Education & Training Board. It resulted from the amalgamation of the Salesian Secondary School (established 1955) and St Nessan’s Community College (established 1978). The college was created to provide an innovative and collaborative educational experience for the Limerick and Clare community, building on the legacies of its predecessor institutions.
Applying to Thomond 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.
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National term dates 2026/27
Irish schools follow a standardised school year, so these nationwide post-primary school dates apply broadly to Thomond 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 Thomond Community College
How many pupils attend Thomond Community College?
Thomond Community College has 597 pupils enrolled, 308 girls and 289 boys. That makes it about the same size as the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Thomond Community College a DEIS school?
Yes. Thomond 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 Thomond Community College?
Thomond Community College has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.