Secondary School

C.B.S. Westland Row

Dublin 2, Dublin
Gaeltacht Mixed

School Details

Address
Westland Row, Dublin 2
Location
Dublin 2, Dublin
School Type
Secondary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
205 students
Enrollment Split
105 Girls, 100 Boys
Ethos
Catholic
Irish Classification
No subjects taught through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
60490J
Latest Inspection Reports
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About

C.B.S. Westland Row is a Catholic boys’ secondary school situated in the heart of Dublin’s South Inner City, at 2 Cumberland St S. The school serves a diverse urban community and benefits from excellent public‑transport links, making it easily accessible for students from across the city. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that prepares pupils for the Junior Certificate and the Leaving Certificate, with a particular emphasis on broad academic choice and practical pathways. Senior‑cycle learners can opt for the traditional Leaving Certificate, the Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) or the Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP), allowing them to tailor their studies to future career or further‑education goals. The school places a strong focus on holistic development, encouraging participation in music, sport and extracurricular activities. A notable feature is the school choir, celebrated in the school anthem “We’ve Got History”, which reflects a vibrant cultural life. Regular updates on school events are shared via the school’s Instagram account (@cbswestland), fostering a sense of community and keeping families informed of achievements and activities.