Secondary School

Dunshaughlin Community College

Co Meath, Meath
Mixed

School Details

Address
Dunshaughlin, Co Meath
Location
Co Meath, Meath
School Type
Secondary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
1120 students
Enrollment Split
532 Girls, 588 Boys
Ethos
Inter Denominational
Irish Classification
No subjects taught through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
71960I
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About

Dunshaughlin Community College is a modern, well‑equipped secondary school that strives to foster a love of learning and a strong sense of social responsibility in every pupil. The college’s ethos centres on providing a happy, caring and supportive environment while maintaining high academic standards. A dedicated and highly committed staff work together to create a structured yet challenging atmosphere, encouraging mutual respect and personal growth. The school makes extensive use of digital platforms to enhance learning and communication. Students and parents can access SchoolWise for timetables, online assemblies, and support videos, while the Yabla language portal and IT Helpdesk provide additional resources. Email accounts for both students and staff, as well as the Way2Pay payment system, streamline everyday interactions. A broad curriculum—including Junior Cycle, Transition Year, Leaving Certificate and the LCVP programme—offers diverse academic pathways, complemented by a wide range of extra‑curricular activities and student leadership opportunities. Facilities at the college include contemporary classrooms, specialist labs and well‑maintained sports areas, all designed to support a comprehensive education. The school’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in its Green Code and various environmental initiatives, reinforcing its role as a forward‑looking community hub.