Secondary School

Coláiste Chú Chulainn

Dundalk, Louth
Gaeltacht Mixed

School Details

Address
Lower Marshes, Dundalk
Location
Dundalk, Louth
School Type
Secondary
Total Enrollment (2025/26)
885 students
Enrollment Split
354 Girls, 531 Boys
Ethos
Multi Denominational
Irish Classification
Some pupils taught all subjects through Irish
Gender
Mixed
Roll Number
76195U
Latest Inspection Reports
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About

Coláiste Chú Chulainn is a newly established post‑primary school in Dundalk, operating under the patronage of the Louth and Meath Education and Training Board. Designed to accommodate up to 1,000 pupils on a ten‑acre campus at the Marshes, the school presents a contemporary, high‑tech learning environment that blends spacious, well‑resourced classrooms with modern sporting and extracurricular facilities. Its architectural design emphasises comfort and flexibility, supporting a curriculum that integrates the latest educational technologies and promotes innovative teaching practices. The school positions itself as a centre of excellence, championing a culture of innovation, the pursuit of excellence and a strong commitment to the local community. By offering a broad, modern curriculum, Coláiste Chú Chulainn aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills and confidence required for further education, employment and active citizenship. The institution’s affiliation with the regional education board ensures access to extensive support services and a collaborative network that enhances both academic and personal development.