Ursuline College Blackrcok
Cork
Key facts
- DEIS
- Girls
- Pupils enrolled
- 352 smaller than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Ethos
- Catholic
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 62650P the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Ursuline College Blackrock (UCB) is a co‑educational secondary school that places character development at the heart of its ethos. The college promotes a learning environment built on four pillars – Connected, Inclusive, Thinkers and Pioneers – encouraging students to engage with a rapidly changing world, respect diversity, pursue academic curiosity and embrace innovative thinking. Lessons are designed to empower pupils to make choices that shape their personal and intellectual growth, fostering resilience, kindness and a sense of purpose. The campus offers a range of modern facilities supporting both academic and extracurricular pursuits. Students benefit from well‑equipped classrooms, specialist spaces for science and the arts, and extensive sports amenities that include rowing, hockey and a vibrant house‑system that mirrors the spirit of friendly competition. Regular tours and an open evening each September allow prospective families to experience the school’s welcoming atmosphere and see first‑hand the resources that underpin a high‑quality education. UCB’s community‑focused approach is reflected in its emphasis on collaborative projects, clubs such as a school newspaper and creative writing, and a strong tradition of inter‑house events. These opportunities aim to develop well‑rounded individuals who are prepared for further study and life beyond school.
Applying to Ursuline College Blackrcok
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 Ursuline College Blackrcok. 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 Ursuline College Blackrcok
How many pupils attend Ursuline College Blackrcok?
Ursuline College Blackrcok has 352 pupils enrolled. That makes it smaller than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Ursuline College Blackrcok a DEIS school?
Yes. Ursuline College Blackrcok 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 Ursuline College Blackrcok?
Ursuline College Blackrcok has a Catholic ethos. It is a girls' post-primary school.