Virginia College
Cavan
Key facts
- Mixed
- Pupils enrolled
- 809 larger than the median Irish post-primary school (585 pupils)
- Girls and boys
- 385 girls, 424 boys
- Ethos
- Multi Denominational
- Teaching through Irish
- No subjects taught through Irish
- Roll number
- 70390L the Department of Education reference for this school
School details
Location
About
Virginia College is a co‑educational secondary school that prides itself on delivering quality teaching within a safe and positive learning environment. Guided by its motto *Tús Feasa Fiafraí*, the college fosters both academic rigour and personal development, encouraging students to become informed, responsible and caring members of an ever‑changing world. A broad curriculum underpins the educational experience, offering a wide range of subjects that cater to diverse interests and abilities, while consistently achieving strong academic results. The college’s facilities are described as “outstanding educational facilities”, supporting a vibrant programme of co‑curricular and extra‑curricular activities. These include sports, arts, and various clubs that enrich student life and promote teamwork, leadership and creativity. A clear emphasis on respect, a smart uniform and good behaviour creates a climate conducive to learning, while dedicated staff provide continuous support to help each pupil achieve personal excellence and confidence for future pathways.
Applying to Virginia 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 Virginia 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 Virginia College
How many pupils attend Virginia College?
Virginia College has 809 pupils enrolled, 385 girls and 424 boys. That makes it larger than the median Irish post-primary school, which has 585 pupils.
Is Virginia College a DEIS school?
No. Virginia College is not part of DEIS, the Department of Education programme of additional supports for schools serving communities at risk of educational disadvantage. Not holding DEIS status says nothing about how good a school is, only about the profile of the community it serves.
What is the ethos of Virginia College?
Virginia College has a Multi Denominational ethos. It is a mixed post-primary school.