Secondary School

Carrigallen Vocational School

Co. Leitrim, Leitrim
Mixed

School Details

Address
Carrigallen, Co. Leitrim
Location
Co. Leitrim, Leitrim
School Type
Secondary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
330 students
Enrollment Split
162 Girls, 168 Boys
Ethos
Multi Denominational
Irish Classification
No subjects taught through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
71540J
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About

Carrigallen Vocational School is a co‑educational, multi‑denominational second‑level institution situated in Carrigallen, County Leitrim. It operates under the patronage of the Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board (MSLETB) and is one of four ETB schools in Leitrim and one of seventeen across the board. The school serves a broad community of learners, offering a welcoming environment that prioritises academic achievement, student wellbeing and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities. The curriculum is described as extensive and innovative, designed to help learners reach their full personal and academic potential in line with the Department of Education and Skills’ “Looking at our Schools Quality Framework”. Core values – Excellence in Education, Equality, Respect, Community and Care – underpin everyday practice. Facilities support a diverse programme of activities, including a library, green‑school initiatives, student council, transition year options and a variety of clubs and sports, all delivered by a highly skilled and dedicated staff team.

History

Carrigallen Vocational School boasts a proud tradition in second‑level education. The school highlights its emphasis on academic achievement, student wellbeing and extracurricular activities, supported by a highly skilled and dedicated staff. It operates under the patronage of the Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim Education and Training Board, being one of 17 schools within MSLETB and one of four in Leitrim. The school is co‑educational and multi‑denominational, aiming to provide the highest quality educational experience in line with the Department of Education and Skills’ “Looking at our Schools Quality Framework”. Its core values are Excellence in Education, Equality, Respect, Community and Care.