C.B.S. Roscommon
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About
CBS Roscommon is a Catholic voluntary secondary school situated in Abbeytown, County Roscommon, operating under the Edmund Rice Schools Trust. The school delivers both Junior and Senior Cycle programmes with a very extensive range of subjects, taught by a highly qualified and dedicated staff. Small class sizes and a low teacher‑pupil ratio enable personalised learning, allowing the school to cater for a variety of abilities and talents while maintaining high expectations for academic achievement. The college places a strong emphasis on pastoral care and inclusion. A proactive Special Educational Needs (SEN) department supports learners with additional needs, and the purpose‑built Edmund Rice Centre provides specialised facilities for students on the autism spectrum, including a sensory room and tailored classrooms. Recent funding has secured new school buildings and facilities, further expanding the curriculum and enhancing the learning environment. In September 2025 the school will transition from an all‑boys institution to a co‑educational model, reflecting its commitment to diversity and inclusive education.
History
Founded in 1937 as a Christian Brothers secondary school, CBS Roscommon has grown into a forward‑thinking community that upholds the charism of Blessed Edmund Rice. Over the decades the school has expanded its academic and extracurricular provision, introducing an Autism Unit in September 2014 to support pupils on the autism spectrum. In 2024 the school received approval from the Department of Education and Skills to become co‑educational from September 2025, marking a significant milestone in its evolution while retaining its Catholic ethos and tradition of educational excellence.