Ardscoil La Salle
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About
Ardscoil La Salle is an inclusive, progressive co‑educational secondary school that prides itself on a personalised learning environment. With a relatively small enrolment, the pupil‑to‑teacher ratio is low, ensuring that each student receives ample individual attention and that any difficulties are quickly identified and addressed. The school’s ethos, encapsulated in the motto *Ad Summum Semper* (“Always Aim Highest”), underpins a curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with a strong emphasis on personal development and wellbeing. The school offers a broad range of extracurricular opportunities, including a vibrant media and newspaper club, a dedicated mental‑health awareness TikTok initiative, and participation in the Trinity Access Programme which cultivates student leadership. Facilities support both academic and creative pursuits, and the school’s active engagement with the DEIS programme highlights its commitment to supporting diverse learners. Regular open evenings and virtual tours allow prospective families to experience the welcoming atmosphere and modern learning spaces. Ardscoil La Salle’s strong academic track record is reflected in the fact that over two‑thirds of its recent graduates progress to third‑level education, a notable achievement for a DEIS‑designated school. The community is further enriched by a supportive parents’ association, a student council, and links to the Le Cheile Catholic Schools Trust, fostering a collaborative and nurturing environment for all students.
History
Founded 50 years ago as a boys’ school, Ardscoil La Salle became co‑educational 40 years later and has since maintained a reputation for delivering quality education within the local community. The transition to a mixed‑gender school has allowed it to serve both boys and girls, while retaining its “small school” character that promotes close relationships between staff and pupils. Over the decades the school has built a legacy of high academic achievement, with a significant proportion of its leavers advancing to third‑level study, and it now welcomes a diverse student body that includes visiting European learners.